Synonyms of forecast

Noun


1. prognosis, forecast, prediction, foretelling, forecasting, prognostication

usage: a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop

Verb


1. forecast, calculate, predict, foretell, prognosticate, call, forebode, anticipate, promise

usage: predict in advance

2. calculate, estimate, reckon, count on, figure, forecast, evaluate, pass judgment, judge

usage: judge to be probable

3. bode, portend, auspicate, prognosticate, omen, presage, betoken, foreshadow, augur, foretell, prefigure, forecast, predict, bespeak, betoken, indicate, point, signal

usage: indicate by signs; "These signs bode bad news"

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Definition and meaning of forecast (Dictionary)