sibylla

sɪˈbɪlə, ˈsɪbɪlə

Definitions

1. noun

a woman who is believed to have the power of prophecy, especially in ancient Greece and Rome

“The sibylla’s cryptic messages were often interpreted as omens of war.”

2. proper noun

a female prophet in ancient Greek and Roman mythology, known for her prophecies and wisdom

“The sibylla of Cumae was consulted by the Romans for her knowledge and insight.”

Synonyms

  • prophetess
  • seeress

Antonyms

  • agnostic
  • nonbeliever