noun Uncommon

Jeremiah

jeh-ruh-MEYE-uh

Jeremiah (noun) means a person who constantly predicts doom or disaster; a gloomy prophet of bad news. Example: “The economist has been a jeremiah for years, warning of a crash that never quite arrives.”

noun

A person who constantly predicts doom or disaster; a gloomy prophet of bad news.

"The economist has been a jeremiah for years, warning of a crash that never quite arrives."

How to Use Jeremiah

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who always predicts the worst — used a bit like "doomsayer."

When to use it

Literary or somewhat old-fashioned; more common as the given name than as this general noun.

Easily confused with

jeremiad

Word Forms

Jeremiahs plural

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Etymology

From the biblical prophet Jeremiah, known for his warnings of coming disaster and his mournful writings (the Book of Lamentations).

Rhymes for Jeremiah

Uriah pariah Isaiah Josiah Mariah messiah Jedediah

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Jeremiah” mean?

The word “Jeremiah” means a person who constantly predicts doom or disaster; a gloomy prophet of bad news. In plain terms, someone who always predicts the worst — used a bit like "doomsayer.".

How do you pronounce “Jeremiah”?

“Jeremiah” is pronounced jeh-ruh-MEYE-uh (/ˌd͡ʒɛɹəˈmaɪə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Jeremiah” in a sentence?

Here is “Jeremiah” used in a sentence: “The economist has been a jeremiah for years, warning of a crash that never quite arrives.”

What part of speech is “Jeremiah”?

“Jeremiah” is a noun.

Is “Jeremiah” a common word?

“Jeremiah” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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