Synonyms for

Predicts

Verb / prɪˈdɪkts / / pri:ˈdɪkts / / prɪˈdɪks / / pri:ˈdɪks / Another word for predicts — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To say or estimate that (a specified thing) will happen in the future or will be a consequence of something.

Synonyms & similar words

promise portend omen prefigure anticipate presage forebode betoken augur predict bode auspicate foreshadow foretell prognosticate forecast call forecast prophesy foretell presage augur anticipate expect visualize envision foresee estimate calculate project extrapolate gauge infer deduce conclude divine discern

Synonyms by register

Formal

foretell prognosticate anticipate forecast

Informal

figure guess reckon call

Literary

augur divine presage

Antonyms

disbelieve doubt ignore misjudge miscalculate misinterpret

Common collocations

  • predicts the future
  • predicts the outcome
  • predicts success
  • predicts a rise
  • predicts a fall
  • predicts a storm
  • predicts the winner

Word family

noun prediction
verb predict
adjective predictable
adverb predictably

Usage note

The verb 'predicts' is often used in contexts involving forecasting or estimating future events or outcomes. It is generally neutral in tone.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher predicts that it will be a snow day tomorrow.
  2. The fortune teller predicts that you will meet someone special soon.
  3. The scientist predicts that the comet will pass by Earth in 2022.
  4. The analyst predicts that the companys profits will increase this quarter.
  5. The psychic predicts that you will win the lottery next year.

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