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pre·dic·tion

prediction

 
 
pronunciation:
pr dIk shn
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: Prediction is the act of telling or trying to tell what will happen in the future.
The prediction of earthquakes has become more accurate over the years.
synonyms:
foretelling
similar words:
forecast
definition 2: A prediction is a statement of what will happen in the future or of what is likely to happen based on evidence.
The wizard made a prediction that the young boy would become king someday.According to the scientists' prediction, the volcano will erupt in the next five years.
similar words:
forecast
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