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The word 'prophecy' is a noun. It refers to a foretelling or prediction of future events, often believed to be divinely inspired. Additionally, it can also refer to the message or disclosure made by a prophet.
Prophecy
The word 'prophecy' originates from the Latin word 'prophetia,' which comes from the Greek 'propheteia,' derived from 'prophetes,' meaning 'one who speaks for a god' or 'interpreter of the divine will.'
The word 'prophecy' is pronounced as /ˈprɒf.ə.si/ in phonetic transcription. It can be sounded out as "PROF-uh-see."
The word 'prophecy' can be used in a sentence such as, "The ancient text contained a prophecy about the rise of a great leader." It is important to ensure the correct spelling, as 'prophecy' is often confused with 'prophesy,' the latter being the verb form. Additionally, when using 'prophecy,' it should typically refer to a prediction based on divine inspiration, rather than a mere guess or assumption.