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guess vs predict

predict vs guess

guess is a noun but predict is not a noun.

guess and predict both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
guess Yes No Yes No
predict No No Yes No
As verbs, predict is a hyponym of guess; that is, predict is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than guess:
  • guess: put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation
  • predict: make a prediction about; tell in advance
Other hyponyms of guess include anticipate, call, forebode, foretell, prognosticate, promise, surmise, suspect.
guess (noun) predict (noun)
an estimate based on little or no information
a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
guess (verb) predict (verb)
expect, believe, or suppose make a prediction about; tell in advance
judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) indicate, as with a sign or an omen
guess correctly; solve by guessing
put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation
Difference between guess and predict

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