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divination
dih-vih-NAY-shuhn
Divination (noun) means the practice of trying to foretell the future or uncover hidden knowledge, typically through supernatural or ritual means. Example: “Ancient priests practised divination by reading the flight patterns of birds.”
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The practice of trying to foretell the future or uncover hidden knowledge, typically through supernatural or ritual means.
"Ancient priests practised divination by reading the flight patterns of birds."
"Tarot cards are still used today as a form of divination."
How to use divination
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTrying to predict the future or discover secrets using supernatural methods rather than evidence.
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a form of divination
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Etymology
From Old French divination, from Latin divinatio, related to divinus, "of a god".
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Rhymes for divination
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Frequently asked questions
What does “divination” mean?
The word “divination” means the practice of trying to foretell the future or uncover hidden knowledge, typically through supernatural or ritual means. In plain terms, trying to predict the future or discover secrets using supernatural methods rather than evidence.
How do you pronounce “divination”?
“Divination” is pronounced dih-vih-NAY-shuhn (/ˌdɪvɪˈneɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “divination” in a sentence?
Here is “divination” used in a sentence: “Ancient priests practised divination by reading the flight patterns of birds.”
What part of speech is “divination”?
“Divination” is a noun.
Where does the word “divination” come from?
The word “divination” comes from Latin. From Old French divination, from Latin divinatio, related to divinus, "of a god".
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