oracular

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to oracles, or prophetic utterances.

• noun

  A person or thing regarded as having the power to give wise or trustworthy advice or prophetic predictions.

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Pronunciation

1. /ɒɹˈæk.juː.lə/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

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biblical , hymnal , mythical

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Variants

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oracular , oracularities , oracularity , oracularly

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Etymology

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From the Old French oracle, from the Latin oraculum, from orare ‘to speak’.

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Trivia

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1. The famous Delphic Oracle in Greece was famous for its cryptic prophecies.

2. Oracular prophecies were often delivered in verse form.

3. Oracles were sometimes consulted before important decisions, such as declaring war or building temples.

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Related Concepts

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1. prophecy: A statement, especially one made under inspiration or divine revelation, that is regarded as predicting future events.

2. divination: The practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means.

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Culture

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Oracular has been used extensively in various cultures and religions throughout history, particularly in ancient Greece and Rome, where oracles were believed to be the mouthpieces of the gods. Oracular prophecies were often sought out for guidance and direction in times of crisis or uncertainty.

How to Memorize "oracular"

1. visualize
   

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2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'oracular' comes from the Latin word 'oraculum', which means 'speaking'.

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