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

Sam Farmer makes his picks and predictions for Week 1 of the NFL season, starting with the season-opening showdown between the Eagles and Cowboys.

From Los Angeles Times

Perhaps a wild prediction to place a newly-promoted side so high up in the table but London City Lionesses are not your average club.

From BBC

Two years later, his mother’s prediction about a future in interior design surfaced.

From Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times NFL writer Sam Farmer examines the matchups and makes his predictions for Week 1 of the NFL season.

From Los Angeles Times

Now, we can only hope that Longfellow’s optimistic prediction will be proven correct.

From Salon

Related Words

• forecast 
• forecasting www.thesaurus.com
• 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.