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augur vs predict

predict vs augur

augur is a noun but predict is not a noun.

augur and predict both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
augur Yes No Yes No
predict No No Yes No
As verbs, augur and predict are synonyms defined as:
  • augur and predict: indicate, as with a sign or an omen
As verbs, predict is a hypernym of augur; that is, predict is a word with a broader meaning than augur:
  • augur: predict from an omen
  • predict: make a prediction about; tell in advance
Other hypernyms of augur include anticipate, call, forebode, foretell, prognosticate, promise.
augur (noun) predict (noun)
(ancient Rome) a religious official who interpreted omens to guide public policy
augur (verb) predict (verb)
indicate, as with a sign or an omen make a prediction about; tell in advance
predict from an omen indicate, as with a sign or an omen
Difference between augur and predict

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