Meaning & use

prophet

noun·Academic

A person regarded as speaking with divine authority, often foretelling future events or interpreting the will of a god.

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The prophet warned the people to change their ways before disaster struck.

Many religious traditions honor prophets who claimed to receive messages from God.

A note on using this word

Prophet is used loosely today for anyone who predicts future trends, though it originates from religious contexts.

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