transitive verb prophesied -·sied′, prophesying -·sy′·ing

1. to declare or predict (something) by or as by the influence of divine guidance
2. to predict (a future event) in any way
3. Rare to foreshadow

Etymology: ME prophecien < MFr prophecier < prophecie: see prophecy

intransitive verb

1. to speak as a prophet; utter or make prophecies
2. Rare to teach religious matters; preach