predictive
Predictive (adjective) means Able to be used for, or useful in, forecasting future outcomes. Example: “The software uses predictive text to guess your next word as you type.”
How to use predictive
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelated to forecasting — useful for figuring out what's likely to happen next.
Word forms
more predictive comparative, predictives plural, most predictive superlative
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The software uses _____ text to guess your next word as you type.
Etymology
From Latin praedictivus, from predict plus the adjective-forming suffix -ive.
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What does “predictive” mean?
The word “predictive” means able to be used for, or useful in, forecasting future outcomes. In plain terms, related to forecasting — useful for figuring out what's likely to happen next.
How do you pronounce “predictive”?
“Predictive” is pronounced prih-DIHK-tihv (/pɹɪˈdɪk.tɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “predictive” in a sentence?
Here is “predictive” used in a sentence: “The software uses predictive text to guess your next word as you type.”
What is the opposite of “predictive”?
The opposite of “predictive” — its antonyms — is reactive.
What part of speech is “predictive”?
“Predictive” is an adjective.
Where does the word “predictive” come from?
The word “predictive” comes from Latin. From Latin praedictivus, from predict plus the adjective-forming suffix -ive.
Is “predictive” a common word?
“Predictive” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.