rabdomancy

/ræbˈdɒmənsi/

Definitions

1. noun

the practice of divination by means of the supposed influence of the stars on the human body; astrology.

“The medieval physician was known for his practice of rabdomancy, which he believed would help him understand the causes of illness.”

2. noun

the supposed power or faculty of perceiving or discovering hidden truths, especially by means of the stars.

“The astrologer claimed to possess a high degree of rabdomancy, which allowed her to predict future events.”

Synonyms

  • astrology
  • divination

Antonyms

  • materialism
  • rationalism