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prognostic

[prɒɡˈnɒstɪk]

prognostic Definition

  • 1serving to predict the likely outcome of a disease or ailment
  • 2a sign or indication of a future event

Using prognostic: Examples

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

  • Example

    The doctor gave a positive prognostic for her recovery.

  • Example

    The stock market is often used as a prognostic for the economy.

  • Example

    The patient's poor prognostic indicated a low chance of survival.

prognostic Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for prognostic

Phrases with prognostic

  • a variable that is associated with a particular outcome in a medical condition

    Example

    Age is a prognostic factor in determining the likelihood of survival for cancer patients.

  • a medical test that is used to predict the likely outcome of a disease or ailment

    Example

    A prognostic test can help determine the best course of treatment for a patient.

  • a measurable factor that can be used to predict the likely outcome of a disease or ailment

    Example

    Blood pressure is a prognostic indicator for heart disease.

Origins of prognostic

from Greek 'prognōstikos', from 'prognōsis' meaning 'foreknowledge'

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Summary: prognostic in Brief

The term 'prognostic' [prɒɡˈnɒstɪk] refers to something that predicts the likely outcome of a disease or ailment, or an indication of a future event. It can be used as both an adjective and a noun, and is often associated with medical conditions. Examples include 'The doctor gave a positive prognostic for her recovery,' and 'The stock market is often used as a prognostic for the economy.'