Predictor

/prɪˈdɪktər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A factor, variable, or tool used to make predictions about a future outcome or event.

The economic model includes several predictors to forecast the country's growth.

A statistical model or algorithm that estimates future outcomes based on historical data.

The weather predictor indicated a high chance of rain tomorrow.

A measurable property or characteristic that is believed to have predictive value.

Education level has been shown to be a strong predictor of income.

A device or program that predicts certain behaviors or outcomes.

The software uses machine learning as a predictor to assess customer service needs.

Derived from Latin 'praedictor', from 'praedicere' meaning 'to say in advance'.

weather predictor

A system or person that forecasts weather conditions.

market predictor

An indicator used to estimate future market trends.

prediction

The act of forecasting or declaring something before it happens.

prognosis

A forecast of the likely course of a situation, especially in medicine.

prophecy

A prediction or foretelling of future events.

A term used informally to describe someone with a knack for guessing correctly.

He's such a predictor when it comes to sports; he always knows who's going to win.