
Prophetically
Future Predictions
Use 'prophetically' when someone predicts something accurately before it happens.

The scientist spoke prophetically about the rise in sea levels.
Serious Tone
'Prophetically' often implies a serious or important message about the future.

The leader warned prophetically of the coming economic crisis.
Not Always True
Although 'prophetically' suggests accurate prediction, the fulfillment of the prediction isn't guaranteed.

He prophetically claimed we'd all live on Mars, but it hasn't happened yet.
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