Predicated

Pronunciation: /ˈprɛdɪˌkeɪtɪd/

Definitions of predicated

verb to base or establish something on a particular principle or idea

Example Sentences

A1 She predicated her success on hard work and determination.

A2 The outcome of the experiment was predicated on various factors.

B1 The success of the project is predicated on securing funding.

B2 The company's growth is predicated on expanding into new markets.

C1 The decision to invest in the stock market was predicated on thorough research.

C2 The success of the business was predicated on a solid business plan and effective marketing strategies.

Examples of predicated in a Sentence

formal The success of the project is predicated on thorough research and planning.

informal Whether we win the game is predicated on how well we play together as a team.

slang His popularity is predicated on his ability to make people laugh.

figurative The stability of their relationship is predicated on honesty and trust.

Grammatical Forms of predicated

• past tense: predicated
• plural: predicates
• comparative: more predicated
• superlative: most predicated
• present tense: predicate
• future tense: will predicate
• perfect tense: have predicated
• continuous tense: is predicating
• singular: predicates
• positive degree: predicated
• infinitive: to predicate
• gerund: predicating
• participle: predicating

Origin and Evolution of predicated

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'predicated' originated from the Latin word 'praedicare', which means 'to assert' or 'to proclaim'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'predicated' has evolved to be used in various contexts in English, such as in logic and grammar, to indicate something that is affirmed or asserted about a subject.