Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scry

verb
/skraɪ/
Definition
To see or predict the future through the use of a crystal ball or other reflective surface.
Examples
  • She decided to scry using a crystal ball to find out what the future held for her.

  • The ancient priest would scry in a bowl of water during the ceremonial rituals.

Meaning
Scrying is the practice of looking into a suitable medium (like water, crystal, or glass) to detect significant messages or visions.
Synonyms
  • divine
  • foretell
  • augur