augurist (Meaning)
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augurist (n.)
An augur.
Synonyms & Antonyms of augurist
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augurist Sentence Examples
- The augurist carefully observed the flight of birds to predict the future.
- Ancient Roman leaders relied heavily on the advice of augurists.
- The augurist's predictions greatly influenced military campaigns and political decisions.
- The role of the augurist was highly respected and often held by important individuals.
- The augurist would examine the entrails of sacrificed animals to interpret divine messages.
- Some augurists claimed to be able to foretell significant events, such as wars or victories.
- The augurist's art was based on the belief that the gods communicated through signs in the natural world.
- The influence of augurists declined as scientific methods became more prevalent.
- Modern science has largely replaced the role of augurists in predicting the future.
- Despite their historical significance, few augurists remain active today.
FAQs About the word augurist
An augur.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The augurist carefully observed the flight of birds to predict the future.
Ancient Roman leaders relied heavily on the advice of augurists.
The augurist's predictions greatly influenced military campaigns and political decisions.
The role of the augurist was highly respected and often held by important individuals.
