prognostic
of or relating to prognosis.
predictive of something in the future: prognostic signs and symbols.
a forecast or prediction.
an omen or portent; sign.
Origin of prognostic
1Other words from prognostic
- prog·nos·ti·ca·ble, adjective
- prog·nos·ti·cal·ly, adverb
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How to use prognostic in a sentence
In general, comas are a negative prognostic factor and indicate severe damage.
Understanding Tracy Morgan’s Traumatic Brain Injury | Jean Kim | November 20, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTIts continued presence in pulmonary tuberculosis is, however, a grave prognostic sign, even when the physical signs are slight.
A Manual of Clinical Diagnosis | James Campbell ToddThe prognostic of Costal about the weather appeared likely to be realised.
The Tiger Hunter | Mayne ReidAnd do you think that the howling of the dog is a prognostic of your death, any more than the death of either of your servants?
The Sheepfold and the Common, Vol. II (of 2) | Timothy EastEncouraged by this favourable prognostic, Clovis girded on his armour, engaged in battle, and gained a complete victory.
The Mysteries of All Nations | James Grant
If it went out, it was judged a very unlucky prognostic, and was to be expiated with infinite ceremonies.
British Dictionary definitions for prognostic
/ (prɒɡˈnɒstɪk) /
of, relating to, or serving as a prognosis
foretelling or predicting
med any symptom or sign used in making a prognosis
a sign or forecast of some future occurrence
Origin of prognostic
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