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/prɪˈdɪkʃən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A statement about what will happen in the future.
The weather forecast made a prediction of rain for the weekend.
The act of declaring or indicating in advance.
His prediction about the stock market was remarkably accurate.
A logical inference or estimation based on evidence or experience.
Based on past performance, her prediction about the team's success was well-founded.
A belief or assumption regarding future events.
The scientist's prediction about climate change sparked a nationwide debate.
Etymology
Late Middle English: from Latin praedictio(n-), from praedicere 'foretell'
Common Phrases and Expressions
make a prediction
to state what one thinks will happen in the future.
predictions come true
when the forecast made is accurate and happens as stated.
predictably unpredicted
an ironic expression for an event that was expected to occur unexpectedly.
Related Words
foretelling
the act of predicting or prophesying.
forecasting
the process of predicting future events based on data.
prophecy
a prediction made under divine inspiration.
Slang Meanings
A hit or miss guess.
That was just a wild prediction, totally off base!
A confident assertion about something that might happen.
He made a bold prediction that the team would win the championship.