predictable

adj, noun — 2 senses

predictable

adj

/pɹɪˈdɪktəbl̩/

Etymology From predict + -able.

1

Able to be predicted.

  • a predictable mathematical pattern
  • a boring film with a predictable ending
1 more example
  • Despite the predictable squalling on some of the Twilight fanblogs, the two leads are impeccably cast.2008, Vanity Fair, numbers 579-580, page 329:
Antonyms
non-predictable, nonpredictable, unpredictable
Derived terms
impredictable, predictability, predictableness, predictably, semipredictable, ultrapredictable
Related terms
predict, prediction, predictor, expected, possible

predictable

noun

Etymology From predict + -able.

1

Uncommon A predictable thing.

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