Clairvoyant
/klɛrˈvɔɪ.ənt/noun
A person who claims to have a supernatural ability to perceive events in the future or beyond normal sensory contact.
Did you know?The term 'clairvoyant' comes from the French for 'clear seeing,' hinting at its deep connections to the occult and spiritual vision.
Etymological Timeline
Old French
French
clairvoyant
“clear seeing, referring to a state of spiritual insight.”
14th Century
Old French
clair
“clear, bright, shining, often used in contexts of clarity and understanding.”
14th Century
Old French
voyant
“seeing, derived from 'voir' meaning to see, emphasizing the act of perception.”
19th Century
English
clairvoyant
“adopted into English to describe individuals claiming to perceive beyond normal sight.”
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