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noun

Definition of foretellingnext
as in prediction
a declaration that something will happen in the future the ludicrous foretellings of self-styled psychics at the end of each year

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foretelling

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adjective

as in predicting

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foretelling

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verb

present participle of foretell
as in reading
to tell of or describe beforehand a 16th-century astrologer who, some claim, accurately foretold 20th-century events

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foretelling
  1. prediction
  2. predicting
  3. forecast
  4. prophecy
Noun
  • For more prep, read Jeff Howe’s NFL insider playoff predictions, where coaches, execs pick wild-card round winners.
    Jacob Robinson, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Here are my predictions: song lyrics will become more direct and angry — probably a response to the noise of social media and cutting through the clutter.
    Ron Hart, SPIN, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of prediction
Verb
  • This simulation helps in predicting potential impacts and unforeseen outcomes that may arise from format adjustments.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
  • Meanwhile Chinese oil companies are predicting peak oil demand as widespread electric vehicle usage in the nation is replacing gasoline guzzlers.
    Christopher Helman, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of predicting
Noun
  • January typically is among the months when travelers can find the best deals on flights as travel demand slows down following the holidays, Berg stated in a Hopper forecast.
    Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 1 Jan. 2025
  • Its ability to optimize operations, forecast trends, and drive strategic decision-making is reshaping industries globally.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of forecast
Noun
  • Share [Findings] The birth of a white buffalo fulfilled a Lakota prophecy portending better times.
    Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
  • This was because the Gelfling were linked to a prophecy that challenged the Skeksis and their rule over Thra.
    Ollie Barder, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of prophecy
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