prognosis
0 antonyms and opposites of prognosis, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A prediction of how a disease or medical condition is likely to develop.
How to use prognosis
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Greek prognosis, "foreknowledge," from pro- ("before") plus gnosis ("knowledge").
Full origin of prognosis →Frequently asked questions
What does “prognosis” mean?
The word “prognosis” means a prediction of how a disease or medical condition is likely to develop. In plain terms, a forecast or expected outcome, most often used for medical conditions.
How do you pronounce “prognosis”?
“Prognosis” is pronounced prog-NOH-sihs (/pɹɑɡˈnoʊsɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “prognosis” in a sentence?
Here is “prognosis” used in a sentence: “The doctor gave a cautiously optimistic prognosis after surgery.”
What part of speech is “prognosis”?
“Prognosis” is a noun.
Where does the word “prognosis” come from?
The word “prognosis” comes from Greek. From Greek prognosis, "foreknowledge," from pro- ("before") plus gnosis ("knowledge").
Is “prognosis” a common word?
“Prognosis” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “prognosis” have?
“Prognosis” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a prediction of how a disease or medical condition is likely to develop.