prediction

noun

pre·​dic·​tion pri-ˈdik-shən 

1

: an act of predicting

2

: something that is predicted : forecast

Synonyms of prediction

• predicting
• forecast
• forecasting
• prophecy

Examples of prediction in a Sentence

Journalists have begun making predictions about the winner of the coming election.

Despite predictions that the store would fail, it has done very well.

The figures and statistics are used for the prediction of future economic trends.

Recent Examples on the Web

The study authors also noted that more evidence is needed to biologically confirm the genetic predictions in the study, especially when trying to determine the exact capabilities of ancient Asgards from almost 2 billion years ago. —Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026

The White House previously said lower gas prices will save drivers $11 billion this year compared to 2025, based on pre-Iran attack predictions that average prices would drop and then remain below $3 a gallon. —Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026

Miller had a bit of a prediction postgame. —Scott Fowler march 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026

Prepping for whatever challenges come next is not about trying to achieve error-free predictions months out. —Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 3 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1561, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for prediction

• addiction
• affliction
• constriction
• conviction
• depiction
• eviction
• infliction
• nonfiction
• restriction
• antifriction
• benediction
• contradiction

Kids Definition

prediction

noun

pre·​dic·​tion pri-ˈdik-shən 

1

: an act of predicting

2

: something predicted : forecast

a prediction that there would be an earthquake

predictive

-ˈdik-tiv

adjective