ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Prediction

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /pɹɪˈdɪkʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Prediction is a noun meaning A statement of what will happen in the future.

Meaning

A statement of what will happen in the future.

More Meanings

  1. (statistics) A probability estimation based on statistical methods.

Example Sentences

correct prediction
incorrect prediction
offer up a prediction
the prediction came true

Word Forms

Synonyms for prediction

Depending on context, synonyms include foretale, foretelling, prognostication, weird, forecast, prevision.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include foretelling, forecasting, foresight, anticipation, prognostic, forecast.

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