prediction

/pɹɪˈdɪkʃən/

prediction

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Definition

A statement of what will happen in the future.

Etymology

Learned borrowing from Latin praedictiō, praedictiōnis; equivalent to predict + -ion. Compare the Germanic equivalents forespeaking, foretale, foretelling.

Example Sentences

  • "make predictions about something"
  • "correct prediction"
  • "offer up a prediction"
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