Synonyms of predicate

predicate

verb

ˈpre-də-ˌkāt 

as in to base

to find a basis

she has predicated her theory on recent findings by other astronomers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• base
• ground
• rest
• found
• hang
• establish
• postulate
• presume
• presuppose
• suppose
• premise
• assume

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of predicate

This is predicated on Persian Gulf production and exports returning to pre-war levels in the near future, The implication is that oil prices will be much lower next year than even the pre-war levels, but quite a few have derided those forecasts. — Michael Lynch, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

But the entire operation has been predicated on the fact that these lovable knuckleheads are falling into an open sewer in the name of comedy for us. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2026

Both sides say the deal is predicated on their agreement being codified into a bill within the next week. — Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026

Cove Kaz's investment is predicated on a belief that Kazakhstan's tungsten reserves will have a lifespan that outlasts many political cycles. — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 3 June 2026

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