A fore-teller, also known as a soothsayer or fortune-teller, is someone who makes predictions about the future. Other synonyms for fore-teller include seer, diviner, prophet, augur, oracle, visionary, and clairvoyant. Each of these terms carries slightly different connotations, with seer and diviner suggesting the use of supernatural powers, while prophet and oracle imply a special connection to the divine. Augur tends to refer specifically to ancient Rome, and visionary implies a more creative or imaginative approach to foresight. Clairvoyant emphasizes the ability to see things beyond the physical realm. Regardless of the term used, a fore-teller can be a fascinating and mysterious character in literature, history, and popular culture.