1. predicting future events, especially through divine inspiration
Usage: present participle of ‘prophesy’
2. speaking as a religious prophet or under divine influence
Usage: religious context

Examples

• The ancient oracle was prophesying the fall of the empire.
• She claimed to be prophesying the coming of a new age.
• The religious leader spent hours prophesying to his followers.
• Many believed he was prophesying divine messages.
• The prophet was prophesying about future disasters.
• Local seers were prophesying good harvests for the year.