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prediction

Definition

A prediction is a statement about what you think will happen in the future. It is based on what you know about the past and the present.

We can make predictions about many different things, such as the weather, the outcome of a sporting event, or the results of an experiment.

To make a prediction, we need to gather information and use our knowledge to make an educated guess. We can also use models and simulations to help us make predictions.

Sometimes our predictions are correct, and sometimes they are not. If our prediction is incorrect, we can learn from our mistakes and make better predictions in the future.

How can the word be used?

The weather forecast predicted rain for tomorrow.

prediction

Different forms of the word

Noun: a statement about the future that is made on the basis of evidence and reasoning.

Verb: to state or forecast the probable occurrence of something.

Etymology

The word "prediction" comes from the Latin word "praedicō", which means "to declare beforehand".

The first recorded use of the word "prediction" in English was in the 14th century.

Question

Why is it helpful to predict what might happen?