astrologist
Definition
Noun: A person who practices astrology; someone who claims to predict or interpret events and human affairs by studying the apparent positions and movements of celestial bodies, primarily the planets, sun, and moon.
Usage
The term "astrologist" refers specifically to the practitioner of the activity. It is used to identify a person whose occupation or serious interest is casting horoscopes and making predictions based on astrological charts. * The astrologist prepared a detailed natal chart based on the exact time and place of the client's birth. * She consulted a famous astrologist to gain insight into her career path.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: In many ancient civilizations, the roles of and astronomer were often held by the same individual.
- Professional Designation: Some practitioners prefer the term "astrologer," which is more common, but "astrologist" is a correct and synonymous form.
Variants and Related Words
- Astrologer (n.): The more frequently used synonym for .
- Astrology (n.): The study or practice itself, from which the term is derived.
- Astrological (adj.): Relating to astrology (e.g., astrological forecast).
Synonyms
- Astrologer
- Stargazer (informal, and sometimes used for astronomers)
- Horoscope caster/reader
Antonyms
- Astronomer (a scientist who studies celestial objects and phenomena, distinct from the predictive practice of an )
- Skeptic
- Rationalist
Noun
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someone who predicts the future by the positions of the planets and sun and Moon
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