divination
Translation
divination, fortune-telling, prophecy
Examples
She practised the ancient art of divination.
She practiced the ancient art of divination.
He believed in divination by reading tea leaves.
He believed in divination by reading tea leaves.
Grammar Patterns
((the art/practice of divination)) a way of telling the future She practiced the ancient art of divination.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fortune-telling, prophecy, augury
Etymology
From Latin 'divinare' (to foresee), from 'divinus' (divine).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the act ('-ation') of seeking 'divine' knowledge.