prediction
Americannoun
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an act of predicting.
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an instance of this; prophecy.
- Synonyms:
- projection, divination, prognostication, augury, forecast
noun
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the act of predicting
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something predicted; a forecast, prophecy, etc
Usage
What does prediction mean? A prediction is a statement about what someone thinks will happen in the future.People make predictions all the time. Some are very serious and are based on scientific calculations, but many are just guesses.Example: Here’s a prediction: in 20 years, we’ll all drive less and eat a lot less meat.
Etymology
Origin of prediction
First recorded in 1555–65; from Latin praedictiōn-, stem of praedictiō “prophecy”; equivalent to predict + -ion
Example Sentences
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He said: "National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Centre and NASA, based on the published solar cycle 25 predictions, concluded that solar cycle 25 will be very similar to solar cycle 24."
From BBC
Proponents of prediction markets said they can offer valuable insights on the economy, markets and more by channeling the wisdom of crowds, and are often more accurate than polls.
Multiple states have gone to court to argue prediction markets are nothing more than unlicensed gambling sites that operate in violation of state law and tribal compacts.
From Los Angeles Times
Online contracts on sports events have become big business for predictions markets.
From Barron's
On its website, Polymarket describes itself as “a prediction market platform, not a gambling site.”
From Barron's
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