Definition

Able to be predicted or estimated in advance.

Example

The weather this week is forecastable, so we can plan our outdoor activities accordingly.

Conversation

Have you checked the weather report for this weekend?

Not yet, is it looking good?

Yeah, it seems like the rain is forecastable this time.

That's great! I'll plan my picnic accordingly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Forecastable → It is formed from "fore-" (meaning before) and "cast" (from Old English "castan", meaning to throw or to predict) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "forecastable" means capable of being predicted or estimated beforehand.

Memory Tip

Think of being able to 'predict' something 'before' it happens — 'fore-' means before, 'cast' means to predict, and '-able' means capable of.

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