prophetic
/pɹəˈfɛtɪk/
Group 4Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Accurately describing or predicting what will happen in the future GRE
Example in Context
The economist's prophetic warnings about the housing bubble went unheeded until the market collapsed spectacularly.
Synonyms
predictivevisionaryforeseeing
Etymology
Refers to the ability to predict or describe future events.
- prophetas (Greek) — one who speaks for God
Memory Aid
🔮Sounds like “prophet tick”
Imagine a prophet who's so good, he can TICK off every future event on a giant calendar — that's PROPhetic!
Visual Association
🔮A mystic gazing into a crystal ball, revealing shocking future events to a captivated audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “prophetic” mean on the GRE?
prophetic (adjective) means “Accurately describing or predicting what will happen in the future”. The economist's prophetic warnings about the housing bubble went unheeded until the market collapsed spectacularly.
How to remember “prophetic” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “prophetic” sounds like “prophet tick”. Imagine a prophet who's so good, he can TICK off every future event on a giant calendar — that's PROPhetic!
What are synonyms for “prophetic”?
Common synonyms: predictive, visionary, foreseeing.