horoscopic
Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to horoscopes: "Horoscopic" describes something that pertains to or is based on a horoscope, which is a forecast of a person's future typically derived from the positions of celestial bodies at the time of birth.
- Connected with astrological prediction: It refers to the practice or methodology of interpreting astrological charts for divination or character analysis.
Usage Examples
- (The forecasts based on horoscopes are frequently imprecise.)
- (She looked at an astrological diagram before deciding.)
- (Astrological interpretations have been widely followed over time.)
Advanced Usage
"Horoscopic astrology": a specific branch of astrology that focuses on interpreting individual horoscopes.
- Horoscopic astrology differs from mundane astrology, which deals with world events. (Individual chart interpretation contrasts with broader astrological study.)
"Horoscopic system": a method or framework used to calculate and interpret horoscopes.
- The Western horoscopic system uses the tropical zodiac. (The Western method relies on the seasonal zodiac.)
Variants and Related Words
Horoscope (n): a diagram of the positions of the planets and stars at a specific time, used for astrological predictions.
- She read her daily horoscope in the newspaper. (She looked at the astrological forecast for her sign.)
Horoscopical (adj): an alternative form of "horoscopic," meaning the same.
- The horoscopical details were carefully drawn. (The astrological chart details were precise.)
Synonyms
- Astrological: relating to the study of celestial bodies' influence on human affairs.
- Divinatory: involving the practice of foretelling the future through signs or omens.
Related Idioms
Cast a horoscope: to create or interpret an astrological chart.
- The astrologer cast a horoscope for the newborn. (The astrologer prepared a birth chart.)
Under a lucky star: said of someone whose horoscope suggests good fortune.
- She was born under a lucky star, according to her horoscopic chart. (Her astrological chart indicated a fortunate life.)