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forecast Synonyms

Another word for forecast

Choosing another word for forecast depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A calculation or estimate of future events, especially coming weather or a financial trend.

Usage Example

"According to the local weather prediction, we should expect heavy rain throughout the weekend."

Strongest
prediction
projection
Strong
prognosis
outlook
prognostication
estimate
Weak
prophecy

• verb (Context 2)

To predict or estimate a future event or trend based on current data or analysis.

Usage Example

"Economists predict that interest rates will remain steady through the end of the fiscal year."

Strongest
predict
project
Strong
foretell
anticipate
foresee
prognosticate
estimate
Weak
prophesy

Opposites of forecast

The opposite of forecast shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

hindsight
retrospect
See all opposites of forecast

• Nearby Words

foreboding
forebodingly
forebrain
forecast
forecastable
forecaster
forechecking

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Forecast. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/forecast
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