Word
predictor
Phoneticspre·dic·tor
US/pɹɪˈdɪktɝ/
UK/pɹɪdˈɪktɐ/
Definition
n. something that helps you guess or know what will happen in the future.
n. a variable or factor that provides a reliable basis for forecasting a future outcome or event.
Examples
“Good grades are often a predictor of future success.”
“Economists look at consumer spending as a key predictor of the country's financial health for the next quarter.”
“While high blood pressure is a known predictor of heart disease, researchers are investigating whether genetic markers might offer a more precise early warning for at-risk patients.”
Examples
simple
“Good grades are often a predictor of future success.”
contextual
“Economists look at consumer spending as a key predictor of the country's financial health for the next quarter.”
complex
“While high blood pressure is a known predictor of heart disease, researchers are investigating whether genetic markers might offer a more precise early warning for at-risk patients.”
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'of' to indicate the outcome being forecasted.
Real-World Examples
“In experiments, Westgate and her colleagues have found that attention and meaning are independent predictors of boredom—we get bored if either is missing.” “A new study found that people's beliefs about the harmfulness of an illegal substance are stronger predictors of support for both punishment and court-mandated treatment than beliefs about who is to blame.” Collocations
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