prophecy

/ˈpɹɒfɪsi/

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Also seen as: prophecies

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A prediction, especially one made by a prophet or under divine inspiration.

Noun

Examples

French writer Nostradamus made a prophecy in his book.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The public interpretation of Scripture.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “prophecy” mean?

A prediction, especially one made by a prophet or under divine inspiration.

Is “prophecy” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.