clairvoyant
1 synonym for clairvoyant, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Supposedly able to perceive things beyond the normal senses, such as future events or hidden information.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use clairvoyant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
visit a clairvoyant
clairvoyant powers
Etymology
From French clairvoyant, from clair ("clear") + voyant ("seeing").
Full origin of clairvoyant →Frequently asked questions
What does “clairvoyant” mean?
The word “clairvoyant” means supposedly able to perceive things beyond the normal senses, such as future events or hidden information. In plain terms, someone (or something) supposedly able to see or sense things ordinary senses can't — like the future or hidden facts.
How do you pronounce “clairvoyant”?
“Clairvoyant” is pronounced kleh-uh-VOY-uhnt (/ˌklɛɹˈvɔɪ.ənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “clairvoyant” in a sentence?
Here is “clairvoyant” used in a sentence: “She claims to be clairvoyant and can sense things before they happen.”
What part of speech is “clairvoyant”?
Depending on how it is used, “clairvoyant” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “clairvoyant” come from?
The word “clairvoyant” comes from French. From French clairvoyant, from clair ("clear") + voyant ("seeing").
How many meanings does “clairvoyant” have?
“Clairvoyant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: supposedly able to perceive things beyond the normal senses, such as future events or hidden information.
