# divination

/ˌdɪvəˈneɪʃən/ (US) · /dɪvɪnˈeɪʃən/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/divination
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

the practice of looking for hidden information or predicting the future by using things like dreams, signs, or special tools. People often use this to make decisions about their lives.

For teachers: the practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means. Often involves the interpretation of omens, dreams, or the use of specific tools like tarot cards or crystal balls.

## Examples

- The old book describes various forms of divination.
- In many ancient cultures, divination was a respected way to determine the best time for planting crops.
- While modern science dismisses such practices as superstition, historical records show that divination played a central role in the political and spiritual lives of many early civilizations.

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