Predicate Definition & Meaning
predicate
- noun
- (logic) what is predicated of the subject of a proposition; the second term in a proposition is predicated of the first term by means of the copula; "`Socrates is a man' predicates manhood of Socrates"
- one of the two main constituents of a sentence; the predicate contains the verb and its complements
- verb
- make the (grammatical) predicate in a proposition; "The predicate `dog' is predicated of the subject `Fido' in the sentence `Fido is a dog'"
- affirm or declare as an attribute or quality of; "The speech predicated the fitness of the candidate to be President"
- involve as a necessary condition of consequence; as in logic; "solving the problem is predicated on understanding it well"
"Predicate" in song lyrics
See how predicate is used in real songs:
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"I bet it gets, I wrestle it, second album be the predicate"
Afu-Ra — Hip Hop -
"If you was resistant I'm a predicate"
Army of the Pharaohs — Murda Murda -
"are healed by the power of his subject and predicate"
Benefit — Proceed With Caution
Words that rhyme with predicate
Usage tips for "predicate"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "predicate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for predicate to find words that pair well.