Predict

Pronunciation: /prɪˈdɪkt/

Definitions of predict

verb to say or estimate that (a specified thing) will happen in the future or will be a consequence of something

Example Sentences

A1 I predict it will rain tomorrow.

A2 She predicted the winner of the game correctly.

B1 The economist predicted a recession in the near future.

B2 Based on current trends, experts predict a rise in unemployment rates.

C1 The scientist predicted the outcome of the experiment with great accuracy.

C2 The fortune teller predicted that great success was in store for me.

Examples of predict in a Sentence

formal The weather forecasters predict rain for tomorrow.

informal I predict we'll win the game tonight.

slang I can totally predict how this party is going to end.

figurative His actions predict a bright future for the company.

Grammatical Forms of predict

• past tense: predicted
• plural: predicts
• comparative: more predictable
• superlative: most predictable
• present tense: predict
• future tense: will predict
• perfect tense: has predicted
• continuous tense: is predicting
• singular: predict
• positive degree: predictable
• infinitive: to predict
• gerund: predicting
• participle: predicted

Origin and Evolution of predict

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'predict' originated from the Latin word 'praedictus', which is a combination of 'prae' (before) and 'dictus' (spoken).

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'predict' has evolved to encompass not just speaking or foretelling events before they happen, but also the ability to forecast or anticipate future outcomes based on analysis or intuition.