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forecaster

 

[ˈfɔːrkæstər ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

weather prediction

A person who predicts or estimates what the weather will be like in the future, typically using meteorological data and tools.

Synonyms

meteorologist, weather woman, weatherman.

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Word Description / Examples
forecaster

Utilized in professional settings or news outlets when referring to someone who predicts weather patterns. This term is gender-neutral.

  • The forecaster predicted heavy rain for the weekend.
  • She works as a forecaster at the local news station.
meteorologist

Commonly used in academic or scientific contexts to describe someone trained in the science of meteorology. This term emphasizes formal education and expertise.

  • The meteorologist gave a detailed explanation of the upcoming storm.
  • Meteorologists study weather patterns to understand climate change.
weatherman

Similar to 'weather woman,' this term is used informally and refers specifically to a male weather presenter.

  • The weatherman warned of possible thunderstorms this afternoon.
  • My favorite weatherman always adds a bit of humor to his forecast.
weather woman

Used in media and casual conversation to refer to a female weather presenter on TV or radio. It’s less formal and gender-specific.

  • The weather woman announced a heatwave for the next week.
  • Have you seen the new weather woman on Channel 5?

Examples of usage

  • The forecaster said there was a high chance of rain tomorrow.
  • The TV forecaster announced that a storm was approaching the area.
Context #2 | Noun

financial prediction

A person who analyzes and predicts financial trends, typically in the stock market or other economic sectors.

Synonyms

analyst, predictor, prognosticator.

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forecaster

Used mainly in relation to weather predictions or future events in specific fields like finance or sports.

  • The weather forecaster predicts heavy rain tomorrow.
  • The sports forecaster gave insights on the upcoming match results.
analyst

Applied in scenarios requiring deep evaluation and interpretation of data, such as in finance, business, or market research. Often associated with experts who provide insights based on data analysis.

  • The financial analyst advised on stocks to invest in.
  • The business analyst presented a detailed report on market trends.
predictor

General term for someone or something that foretells future events, often used in scientific or technical contexts. It can also refer to indicators or signals that suggest future outcomes.

  • The health predictor indicated a possible outbreak of flu.
  • Economic indicators are often predictors of market performance.
prognosticator

Used in more formal or literary contexts. Often implies a sense of authority or special insight. It can sometimes carry a slightly mystical or exaggerated tone.

  • The ancient prognosticator made forecasts about the kingdom's future.
  • As a renowned prognosticator, she was often sought for advice on political matters.

Examples of usage

  • The forecaster advised investors to buy shares in the company.
  • She is a skilled forecaster who accurately predicted the market crash.

Translations

Translations of the word "forecaster" in other languages:

🇵🇹 previsor

🇮🇳 पूर्वानुमानकर्ता

🇩🇪 Prognostiker

🇮🇩 peramal

🇺🇦 прогнозист

🇵🇱 prognozista

🇯🇵 予報士

🇫🇷 prévisionniste

🇪🇸 pronosticador

🇹🇷 tahminci

🇰🇷 예보자

🇸🇦 المتنبئ

🇨🇿 prognostik

🇸🇰 prognostik

🇨🇳 预报员

🇸🇮 napovedovalec

🇮🇸 spámaður

🇰🇿 болжамшы

🇬🇪 წინასწარმეტყველი

🇦🇿 təxminçi

🇲🇽 pronosticador

Etymology

The word 'forecaster' originated from the verb 'forecast', which dates back to the 14th century. The term 'forecast' comes from the Middle English word 'forecaten', meaning to calculate beforehand. Over time, 'forecaster' evolved to refer to individuals who predict various outcomes, such as weather patterns or financial trends.

See also: forecastable, forecasted, forecasting, forecasts.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,117 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.