Fortunetelling has been a popular aspect of many cultures throughout history. It has been used to try and predict the future, make difficult decisions and to gain insight into the unknown. While the term fortunetelling is commonly used, there are a variety of other terms that refer to similar practices. These terms include divination, prophecy, augury, soothsaying, clairvoyance, precognition, and foresight. Each of these words has a slightly different meaning, but all refer to the idea of trying to see into the future. Regardless of the term used, the act of fortunetelling continues to fascinate and intrigue people all over the world.