prognostication (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /prɒɡˌnɒs.tɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
A statement made about the future, based on current information and past experience.
Examples
The ancient Romans practiced prognostication by observing the flight of birds.
His prognostication about the stock market's performance proved to be accurate.
The company's financial prognostication for the next quarter is cautiously optimistic.
How to Use prognostication
- prognostication about (prepositional phrase)
- A prediction concerning a specific subject or event. — "The report offered a detailed prognostication about the economic impact of the new policy."
- prognostication of (prepositional phrase)
- A statement predicting the occurrence or nature of something. — "The shaman's prognostication of a harsh winter was widely believed."
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