Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fortune-teller

noun
ˈfɔːrtʃən ˈtɛlər
Definition
A person who claims to predict the future, often through various mystical or supernatural methods.
Examples
  • The fortune-teller at the fair captivated everyone with her intriguing predictions.
  • She visited a fortune-teller to get insights about her career path.
Meaning
Fortune-tellers typically use techniques such as tarot cards, palm reading, or astrology to provide insights or predictions about a person’s future.
Synonyms
  • Seer
  • Soothsayer
  • Psychic
  • Clairvoyant