Simple Definition of prognostic

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prognostic

adjective

prɑgˈnɑːstɪk How to pronounce prognostic (audio)
always used before a noun
formal : relating to or used for making a judgment about what is going to happen in the future
prognostic information/factors/signs
a prognostic weather chart

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