Definition

A person who makes predictions about future events based on current information or trends.

Example

The prognosticator predicted a harsh winter based on the signs he observed.

Conversation

Have you ever met someone who claims to be a prognosticator?

No, but that sounds interesting! What do they predict?

They say they can forecast everything from the weather to stock prices.

Wow, that’s quite a skill! I wonder how accurate they really are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prognosticator → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning before) and "gnosticus" (from Greek "gnosis", meaning knowledge) and the suffix "-ator" (meaning one who). The word refers to one who has knowledge about future events or predictions.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has 'knowledge' ('gnosis') about what will happen 'before' ('pro-') — that's why a prognosticator is someone who predicts the future.

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