prophetize

/ˈprɒfɪtaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to speak or act as if one has the gift of prophecy, or to speak or write in a way that suggests one has special knowledge or insight.

“The politician began to prophetize about the country’s future during his presidential campaign.”

2. verb (transitive)

to foretell or predict something about (a person, event, etc.).

“The astrologer set out to prophetize the winner of the upcoming election.”

3. verb (intransitive)

to speak or act in a way that suggests one has the gift of prophecy.

“She started to prophetize when she became inspired by a spiritual experience.”

Synonyms

  • foretell
  • predict
  • prophecy
  • vaticinate

Antonyms

  • misjudge
  • underestimate