Prediction

Synonyms of prediction

• forecast
• projection
• prognostication

Antonyms of prediction

• randomness
• surprise
• unpredictability

Collocations of prediction

accurate prediction

Frequency: 70 %

The meteorologist made an accurate prediction about the storm.

future prediction

Frequency: 60 %

Her future prediction about the company's success turned out to be true.

prediction accuracy

Frequency: 50 %

The professor evaluated the prediction accuracy of the students' test scores.

prediction model

Frequency: 45 %

The scientist developed a prediction model to forecast climate change.

prediction error

Frequency: 40 %

The prediction error in the stock market caused a loss for many investors.

Idiomatic Expressions for prediction

• Phrase: Prediction is difficult, especially about the future
  Meaning: Acknowledging the uncertainty and complexity of making accurate predictions.
  Usage: As a meteorologist, I know that prediction is difficult, especially about the future, because weather patterns can be unpredictable.