Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grim-prognosis

noun
grim prɒɡˈnəʊsɪs
Definition
A foreboding or unfavorable prediction regarding a situation or outcome.
Examples
  • The doctor provided a grim prognosis, warning that the patient’s condition was unlikely to improve.
  • Many experts share a grim prognosis for the environment if current trends continue.
  • His grim prognosis about the economy left many feeling anxious and uncertain.
Meaning
To have a serious or dire expectation about the future, often linked with bad news or challenging circumstances.
Synonyms
  • bleak forecast
  • dismal outlook
  • gloomy prediction