Meaning of the word soothsayer in English

What does soothsayer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

soothsayer

US /ˈsuːθˌseɪ.ɚ/
UK /ˈsuːθˌseɪ.ər/

Noun

a person who can foresee the future

Example:
The ancient king consulted a soothsayer to predict the outcome of the war.
Many people still believe in the predictions of a soothsayer.