numerology

[ noo-muh-rol-uh-jee, nyoo- ]

noun

1. the study of numbers, as the figures designating the year of one's birth, to determine their supposed influence on one's life, future, etc.

numerology

/ ˌnjuːməˈrɒlədʒɪ; ˌnjuːmərəˈlɒdʒɪkəl /

noun

1. the study of numbers, such as the figures in a birth date, and of their supposed influence on human affairs

Derived Forms

• numerological, adjective
• ˌnumerˈologist, noun

Other Words From

• nu·mer·o·log·i·cal [noo-mer-, uh, -, loj, -i-k, uh, l, nyoo-], adjective
• numer·olo·gist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of numerology¹

1910–15; < Latin numer ( us ) number + -o- + -logy

Example Sentences

That’s how I learned 2024 is an “eight” year in numerology: When you add each digit in 2024 you reach a total of eight, making this an auspicious year to take action.

From Los Angeles Times

In numerology, 4 represents foundation, structure and responsibility.

From Los Angeles Times

Thai culture has long been steeped in astrology and forms of divination such as palm reading, tarot cards or numerology.

From Reuters

Some believers in numerology consider palindromic dates a sign of good luck.

From Fox News

Drawing on numerology, astrology and traditional African understanding of the cosmos, the interviews are superimposed into hypnotic CGI visualizations of outer space.

From New York Times