Horoscope Vocabulary

noun A person who practices astrology, the belief that the positions and movements of celestial bodies can influence human affairs and natural phenomena

• The astrologer predicted that there would be a major shift in planetary alignments next month.
• I heard from the astrologer that I should expect some good news in the coming weeks.
• My astrologer friend says I should watch out for Mercury retrograde.
• The astrologer of fate is believed to guide our destinies according to the stars.

noun the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs and the natural world

• Astrology is the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs and the natural world.
• Some people believe in astrology and read their horoscopes daily.
• I don't really buy into all that astrology stuff, but it can be fun to read about.
• In a way, astrology can be seen as a way to understand the patterns and cycles of life.

noun a belt or band of the heavens, divided into twelve signs or constellations, through which the sun, moon, and planets pass

adjective related to the zodiac or astrology

• The zodiac is a circle of twelve 30° divisions of celestial longitude that are centered upon the ecliptic.
• I love reading my horoscope based on my zodiac sign.
• What's your zodiac sign? I'm a Sagittarius.
• The zodiac of personalities at the party was quite diverse.