divination
noun
div·i·na·tion
ˌdi-və-ˈnā-shən 
1
: the art or practice that seeks to foresee or foretell future events or discover hidden knowledge usually by the interpretation of omens or by the aid of supernatural powers
2
: unusual insight : intuitive perception
Examples of divination in a Sentence
the art of reading tea leaves and other forms of divination
if her powers of divination are so great, why doesn't she know what the stock market will do?
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However, in history, divination has been a religion used in ancient African traditions.
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 5 July 2024
Angel cards and tarot cards differ significantly in their purpose, structure and focus within the realm of divination and spirituality.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 26 June 2024
The Aztecs used these hallucinogenic seeds in divination ceremonies meant to communicate with their gods.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 2 May 2024
Finally, this assemblage of plants may have been part of a divination ritual...
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 2 May 2024
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 5 July 2024
Angel cards and tarot cards differ significantly in their purpose, structure and focus within the realm of divination and spirituality.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 26 June 2024
The Aztecs used these hallucinogenic seeds in divination ceremonies meant to communicate with their gods.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 2 May 2024
Finally, this assemblage of plants may have been part of a divination ritual...
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 2 May 2024
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“Divination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/divination. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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divination
noun
div·i·na·tion
ˌdiv-ə-ˈnā-shən
: the art or practice of using omens or magic powers to foretell the future
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