Predict

usgb/prɪˈdɪkt/
verb

To say what will happen in the future, often using reason or experience.

The economist is predicting that the economy will improve next year.
Visual representation of "predict" - To say what will happen in the future, often using reason or experience.

Often appears as...

  • predict the future
  • predict the outcome
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Future Events

Use 'predict' when discussing events you believe will happen, based on information.

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Meteorologists predict heavy rain for tomorrow.
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Reason or Experience

'Predict' often implies you have a reason or past experience for your expectation.

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Based on trends, I predict a rise in sales next quarter.
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Not Certainty

Saying 'predict' does not guarantee it will happen; there's always uncertainty.

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I predict he'll win the race, but anything can happen.
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