Delphic oracle

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • The Delphic Oracle: In Greek mythology, the sacred site at Delphi where a priestess, known as the Pythia, delivered prophecies believed to be messages from the god Apollo to those who sought guidance. The prophecies were famously cryptic and open to interpretation.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Ancient leaders often consulted the Delphic Oracle before making major decisions.
    • The ambiguous response from the Delphic Oracle led Croesus to misinterpret his fate.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be as cryptic as the Delphic Oracle": Used to describe a statement or prediction that is deliberately obscure or difficult to understand.
    • His explanation for the project's delay was as cryptic as the Delphic Oracle.
Variants and Related Words
  • Oracle of Delphi: A synonymous name for the Delphic Oracle.
  • Pythia (n): The title of the priestess who served as the medium for the Delphic Oracle.
  • Delphic (adj): Pertaining to Delphi or the Oracle; more broadly, describing something that is mysteriously ambiguous.
    • The politician gave a Delphic answer that satisfied no one.
Synonyms
  • Prophetic shrine: A place dedicated to delivering prophecies.
  • Seat of prophecy: A center for divination and forecasting.
Related Phrases
  • To consult the Oracle: To seek prophetic advice or wisdom from a source, often used metaphorically.
    • The CEO consulted the oracle of market analysts before the merger.
Related Idioms
  • A Delphic utterance: A statement that is profound but ambiguous.
    • The poet's verses were full of Delphic utterances, leaving readers to find their own meaning.
Noun
  1. (Greek mythology) the oracle at Delphi where a priestess supposedly delivered messages from Apollo to those who sought advice; the messages were usually obscure or ambiguous

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