Word
forecasters
Phoneticsfore·cast·ers, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈfɔɹˌkæstɝz/
UK/fˈɔːkɑːstəz/
Countable noun
Definition
n. people whose job is to say what will happen in the future, especially with the weather or the economy. You hear them on TV news or read their reports online.
n. people who predict future conditions or trends from data and models, especially in meteorology, economics, or finance. Typically employed by weather services, media outlets, or financial institutions.
Examples
“Weather forecasters predict rain for tomorrow afternoon.”
“Local forecasters warn drivers about icy roads ahead of tomorrow morning's rush hour.”
“While economic forecasters broadly agree on slowing growth, they remain divided over whether inflation will ease quickly enough to allow interest rate cuts this year.”
Examples
simple
“Weather forecasters predict rain for tomorrow afternoon.”
contextual
“Local forecasters warn drivers about icy roads ahead of tomorrow morning's rush hour.”
complex
“While economic forecasters broadly agree on slowing growth, they remain divided over whether inflation will ease quickly enough to allow interest rate cuts this year.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “forecasters” in context.
Verb
01. blame forecasters
“Travellers blamed forecasters for the missed snow warning.”
verb + noun
02. consult forecasters
“Farmers consult forecasters before planning the harvest.”
verb + noun
03. forecasters disagree
“Forecasters disagree about the path of the storm.”
noun + verb
04. forecasters expect
“Forecasters expect temperatures to rise over the weekend.”
noun + verb
05. forecasters predict
“Forecasters predict heavy rain for tomorrow afternoon.”
noun + verb
06. forecasters warn
“Forecasters warn drivers to be careful in the snow.”
noun + verb
Adjective
07. economic forecasters
“Economic forecasters expect growth to slow down next year.”
adj + noun
08. financial forecasters
“Financial forecasters are worried about rising prices.”
adj + noun
09. a panel of independent forecasters
“A panel of independent forecasters expects inflation to fall.”
10. according to forecasters
“According to forecasters, tomorrow will be sunny and warm.”
11. forecasters got it wrong
“The forecasters got it wrong again - it was sunny all day!”
12. forecasters predict heavy rain
“Forecasters predict heavy rain for the northwest this weekend.”
Real-World Examples
“MEXICO CITY, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Forecasters said Hurricane Polo, which has weakened to a Category 3 storm, is expected to make landfall on the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur on Monday night, bringing sustained winds of 60 to 80 mph (100 to 130 km/h) and heavy rain to the popular tourist destination.” “Forecasters reported 53% confidence in the accuracy of their forecasts, but were correct only 23% of the time, the researchers found.” “If we demand accuracy and accountability from weather forecasters and intelligence specialists, shouldn't we do the same from oil market forecasters?” “Economic forecasters are caught out by shocks so often that one might reasonably ask why they bother.” Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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