prognosticate

verb

Meaning

Make a prediction about the future based on present signs or evidence.

Examples

Economists often prognosticate market trends by analyzing current consumer spending habits.
The ancient oracle would prognosticate the outcome of battles based on the flight patterns of birds.

Synonyms: predict, forecast, foretell, prophesy, prognosticate

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prognosticate

verb

Pronunciation: prɒɡˈnɒstɪkeɪt

Definition

Make a prediction about the future based on present signs or evidence.

Examples

Economists often prognosticate market trends by analyzing current consumer spending habits.
The ancient oracle would prognosticate the outcome of battles based on the flight patterns of birds.
It is difficult to prognosticate the long-term effects of this new technology on the job market.

Synonyms of prognosticate

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