astrology
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for astrology, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The belief system that studies the positions of stars and planets in order to predict human affairs or personality traits.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Greek astrología, "telling of the stars," from ástron ("star") plus -logía ("study of").
Full origin of astrology →Frequently asked questions
What does “astrology” mean?
The word “astrology” means the belief system that studies the positions of stars and planets in order to predict human affairs or personality traits. In plain terms, the practice of predicting personality or events from the positions of stars and planets — not a science, unlike astronomy.
How do you pronounce “astrology”?
“Astrology” is pronounced uh-STRO-luhd-zhee (/əˈstɹɒlədʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “astrology” in a sentence?
Here is “astrology” used in a sentence: “Millions of people read their horoscopes as part of a casual interest in astrology.”
What part of speech is “astrology”?
“Astrology” is a noun.
Where does the word “astrology” come from?
The word “astrology” comes from Greek. From Greek astrología, "telling of the stars," from ástron ("star") plus -logía ("study of").
Is “astrology” a common word?
“Astrology” is an uncommon word in modern English.