Prognosticate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Prognosticate
Prognosticate (verb)
- to foretell from signs or symptoms, predict
- to give an indication of in advance, foreshadow
Prognosticate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to tell of or describe beforehand
"using current trends to prognosticate what the workplace of the future will be like"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Prognosticate
The most common words with a similar meaning to Prognosticate:
Near Antonyms of Prognosticate
Word Forms of Prognosticate
Inflections: prognosticated, prognosticating
Derived words: prognosticative (adjective), prognosticator (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Prognosticate
Middle English pronosticaten "to make a prediction, make a prognosis, portend," borrowed from Medieval Latin pronōsticātus, past participle of prognōsticāre, pronōsticāre "to predict, forecast, portend," derivative of Late Latin prognōsticum prognostic:1
First known use: 15th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Prognosticate
What does "Prognosticate" mean?
"Prognosticate" means to foretell from signs or symptoms, predict. As a verb, it is defined as: to foretell from signs or symptoms, predict.
What is another word for "Prognosticate"?
Other words for "Prognosticate" include augur, call, forecast, foretell, predict, presage, prophesy and read. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Prognosticate" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Prognosticate"?
There are 25 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Prognosticate". Common alternatives include augur, call, forecast, foretell, predict, presage, prophesy, read and vaticinate.
How do you use "Prognosticate" in a sentence?
Examples of "Prognosticate" in a sentence: "using current trends to prognosticate what the workplace of the future will be like".
Is "Prognosticate" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Prognosticate" is a verb.
How do you pronounce "Prognosticate"?
"Prognosticate" is pronounced /präg-ˈnä-stə-ˌkāt/ and divided into syllables as prog·nos·ti·cate.
What is the origin of the word "Prognosticate"?
"Prognosticate" comes from Middle English pronosticaten "to make a prediction, make a prognosis, portend," borrowed from Medieval Latin pronōsticātus, past participle of prognōsticāre, pronōsticāre "to predict, forecast, portend," derivative of Late Latin prognōsticum prognostic:1. First known use: 15th century.
What is another word for "Prognosticate" meaning "to tell of or describe beforehand"?
When "Prognosticate" (verb) means to tell of or describe beforehand, synonyms include augur, call, forecast, foretell, predict and presage.