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Meaning of sibyl
A sibyl is a woman who is believed to have the power to foresee the future.
Etymology of sibyl
The word "sibyl" comes from the Latin "sibylla", which is derived from the Greek "σιβυλλα" (sibylla), meaning prophetess
In ancient Greek and Roman mythology, the Sibyls were believed to be priestesses who could foresee the future and interpret the will of the gods
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a person who is believed to have supernatural powers of prophecy
Synonyms
prophet
seer
oracle
psychic
clairvoyant
visionary
diviner
soothsayer
augur
mystic
sage
wisewoman
enchantress
sorceress
medium
spiritualist
forecaster
predictor
foreteller
prophesier
vaticinator
dreamer
intuitionist
empath
sensitive
perceptive
discerning
insightful
intuitive
astute
perspicacious
farsighted
omniscient
Definitions
- A woman in ancient Greece or Rome believed to possess supernatural powers of prophecy
- * A person who is believed to have the power to foresee the future
- * A person who gives advice or guidance as if they have supernatural knowledge
Usage Examples
- The ancient Greeks believed that the sibyl could predict the outcome of battles and the fate of cities
- * She was regarded as a sibyl, with a deep understanding of the mysteries of the universe
- * The sibyl's prophecy was sought by kings and queens, who believed that she could guide them in their decision-making