predictor

[pri-dik-ter]

predictor Definition

• 1. a person or thing that predicts something, especially future events
• 2. a variable used to make an estimate or forecast of a future outcome

Using predictor: Examples

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

• Example

  The stock market is often used as a predictor of the economy's future.

• Example

  The weather predictor said it would rain today.

• Example

  The test scores are a good predictor of how well the students will do in college.

predictor Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for predictor

• forecaster
• prognosticator
• augur
• soothsayer
• oracle

Phrases with predictor

• predictor variable

  a variable that is used to predict the value of another variable

  Example

  In a regression analysis, the predictor variable is used to estimate the dependent variable.

• predictor test

  a test used to predict the likelihood of a certain outcome or condition

  Example

  The predictor test showed that the patient was at high risk for heart disease.

• predictor equation

  an equation used to predict the value of a dependent variable based on one or more predictor variables

  Example

  The predictor equation showed that there was a strong correlation between income and education level.

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Summary: predictor in Brief

A 'predictor' [pri-dik-ter] is a person or thing that forecasts future events or estimates future outcomes. It can refer to a variable used to make predictions, such as in a regression analysis, or to a test used to predict the likelihood of a certain outcome or condition. Examples include 'The stock market is often used as a predictor of the economy's future.' and 'The test scores are a good predictor of how well the students will do in college.'