astrology
noun
the study that assumes and attempts to interpret the influence of the heavenly bodies on human affairs.
astrological
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a word derived from
astrology.
Example Sentences
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The majestic Midtown railway nexus Grand Central Terminal has been on sightseers’ lists since it opened in 1913, with the cavernous interior celestial ceiling, a verdant astrological mural, exerting particular fascination.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 12, 2026
The dating test furnishes a neat illustration: three profiles—identical in every respect except astrological sign, all showing the same picture of a young man named “Michael”—were created on a popular Chinese dating app.
From Slate ● May 5, 2026
She doesn’t typically read clients’ astrological charts — her sessions are often straight up strength training.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 1, 2026
Previous military ruler Ne Win changed the rules of the road, requiring vehicles to swap driving lanes -- supposedly the result of misconstrued astrological advice to shift his left-wing regime to the political right.
From Barron's ● Dec. 21, 2025
Helen’s Chinese astrological sign was a cow; Ralph’s, a pig; Theresa’s, a dog.
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
