Meaning of the word prognosticate in English

What does prognosticate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

prognosticate

US /prɑːɡˈnɑː.stə.keɪt/
UK /prɒɡˈnɒs.tɪ.keɪt/

Verb

to foretell or prophesy (an event in the future)

Example:
Economists prognosticate a period of slow economic growth.
It's difficult to prognosticate the outcome of the election at this stage.