Vaticinate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /vəˈtɪ.səˌneɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Vaticinate is a verb meaning (ambitransitive, chiefly formal) To predict or foretell future events; to prophesy or presage.
Meaning
(ambitransitive, chiefly formal) To predict or foretell future events; to prophesy or presage.
Example Sentences
With a slow step, and tears in her eyes, Mrs. Glentworth, vaticinating trouble of some kind, proceeded to cut the string and break the seal of her pacquet.
Word Forms
- vaticinates
- vaticinating
- vaticinated
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include predict, foretell, prognosticate, divine, prophesize, expect.
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