forecast

[ˈfɔːkɑːst]

forecast Definition

a statement about what is likely to happen in the future, especially in relation to the weather, business, or the economy.

Using forecast: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "forecast" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The weather forecast predicts rain for tomorrow.

  • Example

    The company's sales forecast for next year is optimistic.

  • Example

    The economic forecast suggests a recession is imminent.

  • Example

    The political forecast is uncertain due to recent events.

forecast Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using forecast

  • under a cloud (of suspicion)

    in a state of suspicion or disrepute

    Example

    The company has been under a cloud of suspicion since the scandal broke out.

  • fair-weather friend

    a person who is only a friend during good times and abandons others during difficult times

    Example

    He turned out to be a fair-weather friend when I needed him the most.

  • to make something seem more difficult or complicated than it really is

    Example

    She always makes heavy weather of simple tasks.

Phrases with forecast

  • a prediction of the weather conditions for a particular area and time period

    Example

    According to the weather forecast, it will be sunny tomorrow.

  • sales forecast

    an estimate of the amount of products or services that a company expects to sell over a given period of time

    Example

    The sales forecast for the new product is very promising.

  • a prediction of the future state of the economy, including factors such as inflation, employment, and GDP

    Example

    The economic forecast for the next quarter is not looking good.

Origins of forecast

from Middle English 'fore-,' meaning 'before' + 'casten,' meaning 'to throw'

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Summary: forecast in Brief

The term 'forecast' [ˈfɔːkɑːst] refers to a statement about what is likely to happen in the future, especially in relation to the weather, business, or the economy. It can be used to describe predictions, estimates, and expectations, such as 'The weather forecast predicts rain for tomorrow.' 'Forecast' extends into phrases like 'weather forecast,' and idioms like 'fair-weather friend,' denoting someone who is only a friend during good times.

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