Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prediction
noun
/prɪˈdɪkʃən/
Definition
A statement about what will happen in the future based on evidence or reasoning.
Examples
- The weather forecast includes a prediction of rain tomorrow.
- Scientists made a prediction about the effects of climate change.
- Her prediction about the game outcome turned out to be correct.
Meaning
The act of forecasting or making an educated guess about an event or outcome.
Synonyms
- Forecast
- Prophesy
- Projection
- Guess
- Estimation
