The financial analyst predicted a rise in the market.
The financial analyst predicted a rise in the market.
English
predict
prɪˈdɪkt, pɹɪˈdɪkt
Meaning: to say that an event will happen in the future
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | predict |
| 3rd person singular present | predicts |
| Present participle | predicting |
| Past | predicted |
| Will future | will predict |
| Going-to future | going to predict |
| Imperative negative | don't predict / do not predict |
Example sentences
Economists predict that the housing market will stabilize by next year.
He is a financial wizard who can predict market trends accurately.
He is a financial wizard who can predict market trends accurately.
The forecast predicted rain, and sure enough, the storm arrived before dinner.
The forecast predicted rain, and sure enough, the storm arrived before dinner.
Economists are predicting a significant upcycle in the housing market over the next few months.
Economists are predicting a significant upcycle in the housing market over the next few months.
Usage Notes
Often used for forecasts based on data, knowledge, or experience.
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