C2nounformalsocietyarts
US/ˌdɪv.əˈneɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌdɪv.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/
the practice of trying to learn about the future or hidden things by magic or special signs
In context
Some families still use divination to choose a lucky date for a wedding.
Ancient Chinese kings used turtle shells for divination before going to war.
Tarot cards are a popular form of divination among young people today.
Words that go with divination
noun + preposition
- form of divinationReading tea leaves is an old form of divination.
- art of divinationThe fortune-teller claims to have studied the art of divination.
- methods of divinationThe museum shows ancient methods of divination.
noun + noun
- divination practicesDivination practices are still common during Tet.
- divination ritualsPriests performed divination rituals before every battle.
verb + noun
- practise divinationFew people today practise divination as a profession.