Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crystal-gazer
noun
/ˈkrɪs.təlˌɡeɪ.zər/
Definition
A person who uses a crystal ball or similar object to predict the future or gain insight.
Examples
- The crystal-gazer claimed to see great fortune in my future.
- At the fair, I spoke with a crystal-gazer who told me tales of ancient wisdom.
- Many people are skeptical of crystal-gazers, but some swear by their insights.
Meaning
The term ‘crystal-gazer’ often refers to someone who practices divination or fortune-telling, typically involving the use of a crystal ball to view visions or receive messages.
Synonyms
- fortune-teller
- seer
- diviner
- soothsayer
