seer
6 synonyms for seer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone believed to be able to predict future events, such as a prophet or fortune-teller.
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 seer
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a blind seer
an ancient seer
consult a seer
Mostly used in myth, fantasy, and historical writing rather than everyday speech.
Etymology
From Middle English seere, simply "one who sees" — see plus the agent ending -er.
Full origin of seer →Frequently asked questions
What does “seer” mean?
The word “seer” means someone believed to be able to predict future events, such as a prophet or fortune-teller. In plain terms, someone who claims to see what will happen before it does — a prophet or fortune-teller.
How do you pronounce “seer”?
“Seer” is pronounced seer (/sɪə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “seer” in a sentence?
Here is “seer” used in a sentence: “The villagers consulted an old seer before setting out on the journey.”
What part of speech is “seer”?
“Seer” is a noun.
Where does the word “seer” come from?
The word “seer” comes from Middle English. From Middle English seere, simply "one who sees" — see plus the agent ending -er.
