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Sibyl (Noun)

Meaning 1

A woman who tells fortunes.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The old gypsy sibyl peered into the crystal ball, revealing a glimpse of my uncertain future.
  • The mysterious sibyl with piercing green eyes was known for her uncanny ability to read palms and predict destiny.
  • According to legend, the sibyl was able to communicate with spirits and deliver prophecies to those who sought her counsel.
  • Visitors from all over the city would flock to the fortune teller's parlor, eager to consult with the revered sibyl and uncover hidden truths.
  • With a gentle smile, the sibyl revealed the secrets of my heart, foretelling a future filled with love, loss, and triumph.

Hypernyms

  • Fortune Teller

Related Words

  • Sibyllic (adjective)

Meaning 2

(ancient Rome) a woman who was regarded as an oracle or prophet.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The Roman general sought the counsel of the sibyl before making a crucial decision about the war campaign.
  • According to legend, the sibyl of Cumae possessed the power to see into the future and guide those who sought her wisdom.
  • The ancient Romans believed that the sibyl was a mouthpiece for the gods, and her prophecies were always heeded.
  • As the sibyl sat in her temple, surrounded by the whispers of the gods, she revealed to the young man the secrets of his destiny.
  • The sibyl's words were always shrouded in mystery, but those who listened carefully could discern the hidden truths that lay within.

Hypernyms

  • Vaticinator
  • Prophesier
  • Seer
  • Oracle

Related Words

  • Sibyllic (adjective)
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