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prophe-lie

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • Received-Pronunciation: /ˈpɹɒ.fɪˌlaɪ/
  • General-American: /ˈpɹɑ.fɪˌlaɪ/
  • rhymes with -ɒfɪlaɪ

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verb

Meaning 1

To prophesy falsely or inaccurately; to utter prophesy with the intent of ingratiating oneself or tickling the fancy of the hearer.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: lifestyle, religion

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Blend of prophesy + lie.