prophet
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for prophet, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person believed to speak on behalf of a god or with divinely inspired insight.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use prophet
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin propheta, from Greek prophētēs, literally "one who speaks for a god," from pro- ("before") + phēmi ("to speak").
Full origin of prophet →Frequently asked questions
What does “prophet” mean?
The word “prophet” means a person believed to speak on behalf of a god or with divinely inspired insight. In plain terms, someone who claims to know the future, whether through religious inspiration or sharp foresight.
How do you pronounce “prophet”?
“Prophet” is pronounced PROF-iht (/ˈpɹɑ.fɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “prophet” in a sentence?
Here is “prophet” used in a sentence: “The prophet warned the people to change their ways.”
What part of speech is “prophet”?
“Prophet” is a noun.
Where does the word “prophet” come from?
The word “prophet” comes from Latin. From Latin propheta, from Greek prophētēs, literally "one who speaks for a god," from pro- ("before") + phēmi ("to speak").
Is “prophet” a common word?
“Prophet” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “prophet” have?
“Prophet” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person believed to speak on behalf of a god or with divinely inspired insight.
What is the difference between prophet and profit?
Prophet and profit are homophones with completely different meanings. A prophet is a person believed to speak on behalf of a god, or someone who predicts future events, while profit is a financial gain. A business earns a profit; a religion reveres a prophet.
What is the difference between a prophet, a prophecy, and prophesy?
A prophet is the person, a prophecy is the prediction they deliver, and prophesy (spelled with an s and rhyming with "sky") is the verb meaning to make such a prediction. So a prophet prophesies, and what they announce is a prophecy.
What is the female form of prophet?
The traditional female form is prophetess, and it still appears in religious and historical writing. In modern general usage, prophet is treated as gender-neutral and is applied to anyone believed to speak with divinely inspired insight.
Can you call someone a prophet outside of religion?
Yes. Beyond its religious sense, prophet describes anyone who predicts future events or trends with notable accuracy, as in "a prophet of the digital age." The phrase "prophet of doom" is a common, often ironic label for someone who constantly predicts disaster.