Definitions

1. noun

A woman who practices pythia or has the ability to predict the future by entering into a trance-like state.

“The pythia was often accompanied by a pythonissa who interpreted her prophecies for the audience.”

2. noun

In modern usage, a pythonissa is often seen as a fortune teller, mystic, or diviner, often associated with mysticism and the occult.

“She introduced herself as a pythonissa, claiming she could see into the future and guide clients towards their life path.”