Forecast definition
A prediction, as of coming events or conditions.
The weather forecast stated that it would rain.
noun
To estimate or predict in advance, especially to predict (weather conditions) by analysis of meteorological data.
verb
To serve as an advance indication of; foreshadow.
Price increases that forecast inflation.
verb
To forecast is defined as to predict something.
An example of to forecast is a meteorologist projecting what the weather will be like over the next seven days.
verb
The definition of a forecast is a prediction.
An example of a forecast is a report with the total dollars predicted by the sales department of how much they think they will sell in the next six months.
noun
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(archaic) To foresee.
verb
To estimate or calculate in advance; predict or seek to predict (weather, business conditions, etc.)
verb
To serve as a prediction or prophecy of.
verb
To make a forecast.
verb
(archaic) Foresight; forethought.
noun
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A prediction, as of weather conditions.
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
forecast
Plural:
forecastsOrigin of forecast
- Middle English forecasten to plan beforehand fore- fore- casten to throw, calculate, prepare cast
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition