predicted

word · lemma: predict

/pɹiˈdɪktɪd/
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/pɹɪdˈɪktɪd/
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Definition

Said or guessed that something would happen in the future, based on information or reasoning.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly in formal and neutral contexts. Common with words like 'weather', 'outcome', 'results', and for scientific or analytical situations. Often appears in passive constructions: 'It was predicted that...'. 'Predicted' is the past form of 'predict'.

Example Sentences

Nobody predicted that the meeting would last so long.

natural

My grandma always said she predicted bad weather by her aching knees.

natural

It was predicted that online shopping would become more popular.

natural

The weather report predicted rain today.

basic

She predicted the winner of the game.

basic

Scientists predicted a new wave of cases.

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