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English
Etymology
From prophesy + -ize.
Verb
prophesize (third-person singular simple present prophesizes, present participle prophesizing, simple past and past participle prophesized)
- (proscribed) To prophesy
1963, Bob Dylan (lyrics and music), “The Times They Are A-Changin'”, in The Times They Are A-Changin':Come writers and critics // Who prophesize with your pen // And keep your eyes wide // The chance won’t come again
Usage notes
- The use of this word is frowned upon by many authorities including the Columbia Guide to Standard American English.
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