predict

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Predict' means to say in advance that something will happen. This is often based on trends, facts or information one already has. For example, the weather report predicts tomorrow’s weather.

Examples in Different Contexts

In environmental studies, experts 'predict' the future impact of climate change. An environmentalist might warn, 'Predictions show sea levels could rise by two meters by 2100.'

Practice Scenarios

Marketing

Scenario:

The demographic segmentation allows us to understand our consumers better. Given its effectiveness, it could inform our future campaigns.

Response:

With this new insight, I predict our next marketing campaign will be much more targeted and efficient.

Academics

Scenario:

The drug trials so far demonstrate promising results. The patient reports indicate a significant decrease in adverse effects.

Response:

Given this promising data, I predict the final trial results will confirm the effectiveness of this drug.