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“Clairvoyant, n.: A person, commonly a woman, who has the power of seeing that which is invisible to her patron - namely, that he is a blockhead.” quote by Ambrose Bierce
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“Clairvoyant, n.: A person, commonly a woman, who has the power of seeing that which is invisible to her patron - namely, that he is a blockhead.”

Ambrose Bierce

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A satirical definition mocking the idea that insight reveals a patron’s foolishness.

In simple terms: Seeing the invisible shows the patron is a fool.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions about those you serve.

Themes

satire insight folly

Mood

witty critical

Type

satirical humorous

When to use this quote

  • political advisors
  • client relationships
  • leadership assessments

Key Concepts

social critique humor

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you ever see hidden flaws in those you help?
  • How does humor reveal truth?
A Different Perspective

The definition may exaggerate for comedic effect, not a literal truth.

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