prediction

[pri-dik-shuhn]

noun

1. an act of predicting.

2. an instance of this; prophecy.

   Synonyms: projection, divination, prognostication, augury, forecast

prediction

/ prɪˈdɪkʃən /

noun

1. the act of predicting

2. something predicted; a forecast, prophecy, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of prediction¹

First recorded in 1555–65; from Latin praedictiōn-, stem of praedictiō “prophecy”; equivalent to predict + -ion

Example Sentences

It may be worth adding bank CEOs to the list of those whose predictions can be undone by things that happen unexpectedly, although that hasn’t stopped them from making them.

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When astronomers detect an object passing extremely close to Earth, even one just a few meters wide, they can test their detection systems and improve prediction models.

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Shares of DraftKings fell by more than 22% in September, while Flutter shed over 17%, as investors sold their positions in the companies, anticipating a future in which prediction markets poach customers from betting platforms.

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“It’s this new, unknown opportunity. It feels like 50% of the conversations these days are around prediction markets.”

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Don’t interpret this as a prediction of a panic or crisis.

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Related Words

• forecast 
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• guess 
• indicator 
• prognosis 
• prophecy 

When To Use

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.