Definition

The quality or state of being able to be foreseen or expected based on previous information or patterns.

Example

The predictability of the weather helps us plan our outdoor activities.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the predictability of our favorite TV shows?

Yeah, sometimes it feels like we can guess what will happen next.

Exactly! It can be fun, but also a bit boring when there's too much predictability.

True! A little surprise here and there keeps it interesting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Predictability → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "dictus" (from "dicere", meaning to say or declare) and the suffix "-ability" (meaning the quality of being). The word "predictability" refers to the quality of being able to say or declare something before it happens.

Memory Tip

Think of being able to 'say' ('dicere') what will happen 'before' ('pre-') it actually occurs — that's what predictability means.

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