Divinatory

/dɪˈvaɪnətɔːri/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or used in divination; connected with the practice of foretelling the future or discovering hidden knowledge.

Etymology

From Latin 'divinatorius,' from 'divinator' (one who divines), plus the adjectival suffix. This standard English form developed in the 16th century for describing divination practices.

Kelly Says

The word 'divinatory' appears constantly in historical studies of medieval Europe and Renaissance magic—it's the professional academic term for anything related to fortune-telling, prophecy, and omens.

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