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Meaning of Dire Prediction

a forecast or prediction that something very bad will happen

Definitions

A statement that something very bad will happen in the future
* A prediction of a future event that is unpleasant or undesirable

Etymology of Dire Prediction

The word "dire" comes from the Latin word "dirus," meaning fearful or dreadful
The word "prediction" comes from the Latin word "prae-" meaning before and "dicere" meaning to say
The phrase "dire prediction" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a forecast or prophecy of a negative event

Example Uses

The weather forecast made a dire prediction of a hurricane hitting the coast
* The economist's dire prediction of a recession sent shockwaves through the market
* The doctor's dire prediction of the patient's prognosis was devastating to the family

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What is another word for Dire Prediction? – 265 Dire Prediction Synonyms