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Definition of «prognostication»

Prognostication refers to the act or process of predicting something, especially an event or outcome. It can also mean a prediction or forecast made by someone who is considered knowledgeable in their field, such as a doctor making a prognosis about a patient's health condition.

Usage examples

  1. In my psychic reading, I made a prognostication about the winner of the upcoming football championship.
  2. The weather forecasters made a prognostication of heavy rain and thunderstorms for tomorrow's outdoor event.
  3. The economist's prognostication predicted a significant increase in the stock market by the end of the year.
  4. The doctor's prognostication was hopeful, stating that the patient had a good chance of full recovery.
  5. The ancient Mayans were known for their accurate prognostications regarding celestial events and future occurrences.

Phrases with «prognostication»

Sentences with «prognostication»

  • Check out these industry prognostications for the year ahead. (stephaniebarko.com)
  • The new technique could thus be used routinely for prognostication in chronic lymphocytic leukemia. (scilifelab.se)
  • During public appearance, he'd routinely be asked for prognostications on stocks, the real estate market and the economy. (fortune.com)
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