Seer

/sɪr/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who is supposed to be able to see what the future holds; a prophet or clairvoyant.

The villagers often consulted the seer for guidance on important decisions.

Someone who perceives or predicts future events or developments.

As a renowned seer, she was sought after by many for her insights into upcoming challenges.

A wise person with deep understanding and insight.

The old man was considered a seer, known for his profound wisdom and knowledge of the world.

Middle English, from Old English 'seer', from 'seon' meaning to see.

seer of visions

A person who perceives images of future events or truths.

showing one's true colors

Revealing one's true character or intentions.

prophet

A person who is believed to speak for God or a deity.

clairvoyant

A person who claims to have a supernatural ability to perceive events in the future or beyond normal sensory contact.

oracle

A person or a medium through whom advice or prophecy was sought from the gods in classical antiquity.

A person who gives unsolicited advice or predictions.

He's such a seer, always telling us what we should do.

Someone who is overly optimistic or a dreamer about future possibilities.

Keep dreaming, seer!