Synonyms for

Prophet

Verb / ˈprɑ:fʌt / Another word for prophet — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a person who speaks or interprets the words of God or a deity

Synonyms & similar words

oracle vaticinator seer prophesier seer oracle diviner clairvoyant visionary sage forecaster predictor foreseer augur soothsayer interpreter medium psychic guru mystic shaman prognosticator

Synonyms by register

Formal

oracle seer visionary soothsayer

Informal

guru wise person clairvoyant

Literary

vates augur diviner

Antonyms

skeptic doubter believer follower disciple layperson

Common collocations

  • false prophet
  • true prophet
  • prophet of doom
  • prophet Muhammad
  • ancient prophet
  • divine prophet
  • prophet Isaiah

Word family

noun prophet
verb prophesy
adjective prophetic

Usage note

A prophet is someone who claims to speak for God or a deity, often foretelling future events. It can also refer to a person who is an influential advocate of a cause or idea.

Example sentences

  1. The prophet told the people to repent and turn back to God.
  2. The prophet's words were written down and became part of a holy book.
  3. Many people looked to the prophet for guidance and wisdom.
  4. The prophet foretold of a great famine that would come.
  5. The prophet's message was one of peace and love.

Quotes

  • A prophet is not without honor except in his own town and in his own home.
  • A prophet is a realist of the highest order, for he sees both the good and evil in his vision.
  • A prophet is always much wider than his followers, much more liberal than those who label themselves with his name.

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