Synonyms for
Predictions
Definition
Predictions are guesses about what might happen in the future.
Synonyms & similar words
prevision
prediction
forecasting
foretelling
anticipation
prognostication
forecasts
prophecies
prognostications
expectations
foretellings
forewarnings
omens
premonitions
previsions
projections
readings
anticipations
calculations
estimations
foreknowledges
guesses
visions
presages
auguries
divinations
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- make predictions
- accurate predictions
- future predictions
- weather predictions
- economic predictions
- expert predictions
- wild predictions
Word family
Usage note
While 'predictions' often refers to future events, it can also be used for educated guesses about current or past situations based on available data. Avoid using it for absolute certainties.
Example sentences
- The psychic made several predictions about my future.
- My predictions about the game were completely wrong.
- I have a strong prediction that it will rain tomorrow.
- Her predictions for the stock market were successful.
- I based my prediction on previous experience.
Quotes
'Prediction is very difficult, especially about the future.' - Niels Bohr
'The best way to predict the future is to create it.' - Peter Drucker
'Prediction is the essence of intelligence.' - Hal Varian