Word
clairvoyant
Phoneticsclair·voy·ant, stress on the second syllable
US/kɫɛɹˈvɔɪənt/
UK/klˈeəvɔɪənt/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a person who says they can see the future or know about distant events without being told. You might meet one at a fair who offers to tell your future.
n. a person credited with extrasensory perception of distant or future events, especially through alleged psychic powers.
Examples
“The clairvoyant tells people what she sees in their future.”
“He pays a clairvoyant to ask whether he should change jobs next year.”
“Although sceptics dismiss her predictions as guesswork, the clairvoyant maintains a loyal following among clients seeking guidance during uncertain times.”
Examples
simple
“The clairvoyant tells people what she sees in their future.”
contextual
“He pays a clairvoyant to ask whether he should change jobs next year.”
complex
“Although sceptics dismiss her predictions as guesswork, the clairvoyant maintains a loyal following among clients seeking guidance during uncertain times.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “clairvoyant” in context.
Verb
01. clairvoyant claims
“The clairvoyant claims to communicate with spirits from the past.”
noun + verb
02. clairvoyant foresees
“The clairvoyant foresees financial success in your near future.”
noun + verb
03. clairvoyant predicts
“The clairvoyant predicts a major career change for you next year.”
noun + verb
04. clairvoyant warns
“The clairvoyant warned him against trusting his business partner.”
noun + verb
05. consult clairvoyant
“Many people consult a clairvoyant before making major life decisions.”
verb + noun
06. debunk clairvoyant
“Scientists have repeatedly debunked the clairvoyant's predictions.”
verb + noun
07. expose clairvoyant
“The documentary exposed the clairvoyant as a clever fraud.”
verb + noun
Adjective
08. fraudulent clairvoyant
“Police arrested the fraudulent clairvoyant for deceiving elderly clients.”
adj + noun
09. gifted clairvoyant
“The gifted clairvoyant accurately described events from my childhood.”
adj + noun
10. claim to be a clairvoyant
“He claims to be a clairvoyant who can locate missing objects.”
11. consult a gifted clairvoyant
“Stressed about her career, she decided to consult a gifted clairvoyant.”
12. expose a fraudulent clairvoyant
“The investigation exposed a fraudulent clairvoyant operating online.”
Etymology
From French clairvoyant, from clair (“clear”) + voyant (“seeing”), present participle of voir (“see”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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