CEFR C1

oracle

noun

Meaning

A person or agency considered to be a source of wise counsel or prophetic predictions inspired by a deity.

Examples

The ancient Greeks believed the oracle of Delphi could see the future.
She was considered the oracle of the stock market, always making the right predictions.

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oracle (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːrəkəl/

Definition

A person or agency considered to be a source of wise counsel or prophetic predictions inspired by a deity.

Examples

The ancient Greeks believed the oracle of Delphi could see the future.
She was considered the oracle of the stock market, always making the right predictions.
He went to the wise old man, hoping he would be an oracle for his problems.

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