Synonyms for Prognosticate
Definition of prognosticate
verb
- make a prediction about; tell in advance; "Call the outcome of an election"
- indicate by signs; "These signs bode bad news"
16 synonyms found
Writing tips for "prognosticate"
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"Prognosticate" in song lyrics
See how prognosticate is used in real songs:
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"Or else of thee this I prognosticate:"
William Shakespeare — Sonnet XIV