Prognosis Definition & Meaning

prognosis
noun
  1. a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop
  2. a prediction of the course of a disease

"Prognosis" in song lyrics

See how prognosis is used in real songs:

  • "Notorious baller, dunn, peep the prognosis"
    Half-A-Mill — Fires in Hell
  • "Raisin' a child with your prognosis"
    Johnny Blanco — Flatline
  • "Fall into deep psychosis, what's the prognosis?"
    Mr. Lif — Heavy Artillery

Usage tips for "prognosis"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "prognosis" 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 prognosis to find words that pair well.

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