prognostication
[prog-nos-ti-KAY-shun]
nounfemininepl: prognostications
prognóstico
1. A prediction or forecast of a future event based on present signs or symptoms
The doctor's prognostication about the patient's recovery was optimistic.
O prognóstico do médico sobre a recuperação do paciente foi otimista.
2. The act or practice of making predictions
Political prognostication is often unreliable.
A prognósticação política é frequentemente pouco confiável.
3. A sign or indication of something to come
Dark clouds are a prognostication of rain.
Nuvens escuras são um prognóstico de chuva.
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