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IELTS word

predict

/prɪˈdɪkt/verb

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English definition

to say what is likely to happen

Common phrases / collocations

  1. accurately predict
  2. difficult to predict
  3. predict the outcome

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The meteorologist predicted a severe storm.

  2. 2.

    Experts predict further price rises.

  3. 3.

    It is difficult to predict the outcome.

Visual learning

See the meaning

A meteorologist studies a storm path and approaching clouds.
to say what is likely to happen
1storm is studied
2forecast is prepared
weather evidence→future storm expected