Estimate vs. Predict

Estimate vs. Predict — Is There a Difference?
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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.

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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 take

Predictverb

make a prediction about; tell in advance;

Call the outcome of an election
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Estimatenoun

a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody;

many factors are involved in any estimate of human lifein my estimation the boy is innocent

Predictverb

indicate by signs;

These signs bode bad news

Estimatenoun

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 shop

Estimatenoun

the respect with which a person is held;

they had a high estimation of his ability

Estimateverb

judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time);

I estimate this chicken to weigh three pounds

Estimateverb

judge to be probable