noun
- plural of astrologist; people who practice astrology, the study of how celestial bodies are believed to influence human affairs and personality
Usage: Often used interchangeably with 'astrologers,' though 'astrologers' is more common in modern usage; Distinct from astronomers, who study the science of celestial objects
Examples
- Many astrologists claim that the position of the planets at birth affects a person's character.
- The astrologists in the ancient world were often consulted by kings and emperors.
- Some people consult astrologists to learn about their horoscopes.
- Modern astrologists use zodiac signs to make predictions about the future.
- The astrologists gathered at the conference to discuss their interpretations of celestial events.