Dan Levy

What skills I lacked in, say, math or science, I like to think I made up for in my ability to read people and situations with great clarity. I therefore considered myself as a sort of valued soothsayer when it came to dispensing opinions to my friends about their life choices or relationships.

American Comedian

Jon Ronson

I wasn't in any way a kind of soothsayer or not surprised when Sept. 11 happened. I was absolutely shocked.

Welsh Journalist

Dervla Kirwan

David Attenborough's 'Life' series is phenomenal. He's a wonderful modern soothsayer.

Irish Actress

Originally, 'soothsayer' referred to someone with supernatural insight in ancient times.

Historical Context

Soothsayers often appear in literature as mysterious characters who offer warnings or prophecies.

Literary Usage

'Soothsayer' can suggest old-fashioned language or ideas when used today.

Archaic Connotation

Now, 'soothsayer' can imply someone who predicts by analysis, not magic.

Modern Implications

Calling someone a soothsayer doesn't guarantee their predictions are correct.

Not Always Accurate

Soothsayers can also be used metaphorically to describe insightful people.

Metaphorical Use

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 to a specific religious official, a type of soothsayer or prophet, who foretold events by studying the behavior of birds. No major decision was made without the augur's consultation.