noun
Uncommon
Jeremiah
jeh-ruh-MEYE-uh
Jeremiah (noun) means a person who constantly predicts doom or disaster; a gloomy prophet of bad news. Example: “The economist has been a jeremiah for years, warning of a crash that never quite arrives.”
noun
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A person who constantly predicts doom or disaster; a gloomy prophet of bad news.
"The economist has been a jeremiah for years, warning of a crash that never quite arrives."
How to use Jeremiah
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who always predicts the worst — used a bit like "doomsayer."
When to use it
Literary or somewhat old-fashioned; more common as the given name than as this general noun.
Easily confused with
jeremiad
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Etymology
From the biblical prophet Jeremiah, known for his warnings of coming disaster and his mournful writings (the Book of Lamentations).
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What does “Jeremiah” mean?
The word “Jeremiah” means a person who constantly predicts doom or disaster; a gloomy prophet of bad news. In plain terms, someone who always predicts the worst — used a bit like "doomsayer.".
How do you pronounce “Jeremiah”?
“Jeremiah” is pronounced jeh-ruh-MEYE-uh (/ˌd͡ʒɛɹəˈmaɪə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Jeremiah” in a sentence?
Here is “Jeremiah” used in a sentence: “The economist has been a jeremiah for years, warning of a crash that never quite arrives.”
What part of speech is “Jeremiah”?
“Jeremiah” is a noun.
Is “Jeremiah” a common word?
“Jeremiah” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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