Predict — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /pri-ˈdikt/ pre·dict

Meaning & Definition of Predict

Predict (verb)

  1. to declare or indicate in advance; especially, foretell on the basis of observation, experience, or scientific reason
  2. to make a prediction

Predict (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to tell of or describe beforehand

    "I can't even begin to predict what housing prices will be like 30 years from now"

    similar: augur, call, forecast, foretell, presage, prognosticate, prophesy, read, vaticinate
    related: alert, caution, forewarn, warn, bode, forebode, portend, promise, anticipate, divine, foreknow, foresee, announce, declare, herald, proclaim
    near: describe, narrate, recite, recount, relate, report, tell

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Predict

The most common words with a similar meaning to Predict:

augur, call, forecast, foretell, presage, prognosticate, prophesy, read, vaticinate

Related Words for Predict

alert, caution, forewarn, warn, bode, forebode, portend, promise, anticipate, divine, foreknow, foresee, announce, declare, herald, proclaim

Near Antonyms of Predict

describe, narrate, recite, recount, relate, report, tell

Word Forms of Predict

Inflections: predicted, predicting, predicts

Derived words: predictor (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Predict

Latin praedictus, past participle of praedicere, from prae- pre- + dicere to say diction

First known use: 1590t

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Predict

Frequently Asked Questions about Predict

What does "Predict" mean?

"Predict" means to declare or indicate in advance; especially, foretell on the basis of observation, experience, or scientific reason. As a verb, it is defined as: to declare or indicate in advance; especially, foretell on the basis of observation, experience, or scientific reason.

What is another word for "Predict"?

Other words for "Predict" include augur, call, forecast, foretell, presage, prognosticate, prophesy and read. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Predict" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Predict"?

There are 25 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Predict". Common alternatives include augur, call, forecast, foretell, presage, prognosticate, prophesy, read and vaticinate.

How do you use "Predict" in a sentence?

Examples of "Predict" in a sentence: "I can't even begin to predict what housing prices will be like 30 years from now".

Is "Predict" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Predict" is a verb.

Is "Predict" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Predict" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Predict"?

"Predict" is pronounced /pri-ˈdikt/ and divided into syllables as pre·dict.

What is the origin of the word "Predict"?

"Predict" comes from Latin praedictus, past participle of praedicere, from prae- pre- + dicere to say diction. First known use: 1590t.