# forecasted

/ˈfɔɹˌkæstɪd/ (US) · /fˈɔːkɑːstɪd/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/forecasted
Updated: 2026-10-14

## Definition

the past form of 'forecast'; to say what you think will happen in the future, using information you have now.

For teachers: the past tense and past participle of 'forecast'; to predict a future event, trend, or condition on the basis of data, calculation, or expert judgement.

## Examples

- They forecast rain for the weekend.
- The weather service forecasted heavy snow for tomorrow morning.
- Economists had forecasted steady growth for the region, but rising energy costs forced them to revise their outlook by autumn.

## Usage notes

- Both 'forecast' and 'forecasted' are accepted as past tense and past participle; 'forecast' is more common, especially in British English.

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