prognosticator
Americannoun
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a person who forecasts or predicts something future from present indications or signs; prophet.
Maybe this faltering team can somehow defy the prognosticators and experts and make the playoffs.
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something that is a sign or indicator of a coming event.
The woolly bear caterpillars and other prognosticators of winter suggest we will have a more normal one this year.
Etymology
Origin of prognosticator
First recorded in 1550–60; prognosticat(e) ( def. ) + -or 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Some prognosticators viewed Maiava as one of the better potential quarterback prospects in a draft especially thin on passers.
From Los Angeles Times
Right now, a Magic 8 Ball might offer better insight than any prognosticator.
From Los Angeles Times
On the other hand, nothing fazes Madame Ionesco, and she’s as good a baker as she is a prognosticator.”
From Literature
Still, the race was closely watched by political prognosticators and operatives, as the purple state is thought to give some insight into voter sentiment nationwide.
From Salon
Awards prognosticators, including The Times’ own Glenn Whipp, believe some of the drama categories could be a tight race between “Severance” and “The Pitt,” with the former having the edge.
From Los Angeles Times
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