Prognostic
adjective
Able to tell what will happen in the future.
His symptoms are a prognostic of a serious illness.
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Formal
Medical, General
noun
A sign or indication of a future event, usually a disease or health condition.
The chronic cough was a worrying prognostic.
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Formal
Medical
adjective
Relating to making a prediction.
They purchased the raw materials based on prognostic data.
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Formal
Academic, General
adjective
Able to tell what will happen in the future.
His symptoms are a prognostic of a serious illness.
Usage tips
Formal
Medical, General
noun
A sign or indication of a future event, usually a disease or health condition.
The chronic cough was a worrying prognostic.
Usage tips
Formal
Medical
adjective
Relating to making a prediction.
They purchased the raw materials based on prognostic data.
Usage tips
Formal
Academic, General
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Future Prediction
Use 'prognostic' to describe the ability to predict future occurrences, especially to hint at outcomes.
The economists discussed the prognostic signs of an upcoming recession.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Condition
In medical context, 'prognostic' often relates to the likely outcome of a disease.
The patient's test results were a good prognostic for recovery.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
'Prognostic' doesn't always imply bad outcomes; it can also suggest positive future events.
The rapid technological advancements are prognostic of mankind's progress.
Pro Tip 1/3Future Prediction
Use 'prognostic' to describe the ability to predict future occurrences, especially to hint at outcomes.
The economists discussed the prognostic signs of an upcoming recession.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Condition
In medical context, 'prognostic' often relates to the likely outcome of a disease.
The patient's test results were a good prognostic for recovery.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
'Prognostic' doesn't always imply bad outcomes; it can also suggest positive future events.
The rapid technological advancements are prognostic of mankind's progress.
Pro Tip 1/3Future Prediction
Use 'prognostic' to describe the ability to predict future occurrences, especially to hint at outcomes.
The economists discussed the prognostic signs of an upcoming recession.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Condition
In medical context, 'prognostic' often relates to the likely outcome of a disease.
The patient's test results were a good prognostic for recovery.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
'Prognostic' doesn't always imply bad outcomes; it can also suggest positive future events.
The rapid technological advancements are prognostic of mankind's progress.
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Quote examples
James Wolcott
American Critic
One reason I'm such a wayward prognosticator of rightwing trends is that I'm incapable of blacking out enough neural sectors to see the world through reptilian-brained eyes, a prerequisite for any true channeling of the mean resentments and implanted fears that drive hardcore conservatives.
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Kenneth Arrow
American Economist
I was graduated in 1940 with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Social Science but a major in Mathematics, a paradoxical combination that was prognostic of my future interests.
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Michael Lee-Chin
Jamaican Businessman
I didn't generate my success by being a prognosticator. I developed my reputation building our businesses by building great businesses and making them more efficient.
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Andy Kindler
American Comedian
I've never been paid as a prognosticator. I don't get a lot of work as a mentalist.
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Karl Rove
American Politician
Well, I don't want to become a prognosticator.
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James Wolcott
American Critic
One reason I'm such a wayward prognosticator of rightwing trends is that I'm incapable of blacking out enough neural sectors to see the world through reptilian-brained eyes, a prerequisite for any true channeling of the mean resentments and implanted fears that drive hardcore conservatives.
Quote examples
Kenneth Arrow
American Economist
I was graduated in 1940 with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Social Science but a major in Mathematics, a paradoxical combination that was prognostic of my future interests.
Quote examples
Michael Lee-Chin
Jamaican Businessman
I didn't generate my success by being a prognosticator. I developed my reputation building our businesses by building great businesses and making them more efficient.
Quote examples
Andy Kindler
American Comedian
I've never been paid as a prognosticator. I don't get a lot of work as a mentalist.
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Karl Rove
American Politician
Well, I don't want to become a prognosticator.
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