Estimate vs. Predict
Difference Between Estimate and Predict
Estimatenoun
A rough calculation or assessment of the value, size, or cost of something.
Predictverb
(transitive) To make a prediction: to forecast, foretell, or estimate a future event on the basis of knowledge and reasoning; to prophesy a future event on the basis of mystical knowledge or power.
Estimatenoun
(construction and business) A document (or verbal notification) specifying how much a job is likely to cost.
Predictverb
To imply.
Estimatenoun
An upper limitation on some positive quantity.
Predictverb
(intransitive) To make predictions.
Estimateverb
To calculate roughly, often from imperfect data.
Predictverb
To direct a ranged weapon against a target by means of a predictor.
Estimateverb
To judge and form an opinion of the value of, from imperfect data.
Predictnoun
(obsolete) A prediction.
Estimatenoun
an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth;
an estimate of what it would costa rough idea how long it would takePredictverb
make a prediction about; tell in advance;
Call the outcome of an electionEstimatenoun
a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody;
many factors are involved in any estimate of human lifein my estimation the boy is innocentPredictverb
indicate by signs;
These signs bode bad newsEstimatenoun
a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation)
Estimatenoun
a statement indicating the likely cost of some job;
he got an estimate from the car repair shopEstimatenoun
the respect with which a person is held;
they had a high estimation of his abilityEstimateverb
judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time);
I estimate this chicken to weigh three poundsEstimateverb
judge to be probable
