predictable
/prɪˈdɪktəbəl/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #3601 in the learning path
可预测的；意料之中的
Definitions
adj. Happening or behaving in a way that can be expected.
可预测的；意料之中的
adj. Boring because nothing surprising or original happens.
老套的；缺乏新意的
Example
The film's predictable ending made us laugh rather than cry.
这部电影老套的结局让我们笑了，而不是哭了。
A predictable income helps families plan their spending and reduces the stress associated with financial uncertainty.
可预期的收入有助于家庭规划支出，并减轻财务不确定性带来的压力。
Collocations
- predictable outcome
- predictable pattern
- highly predictable
Word family
- predict (v.)
- prediction (n.)
- predictability (n.)
- predictably (adv.)
Synonyms
- foreseeable
- expected
Antonyms
- unpredictable
Usage tip
既可表示结果可预料，也可贬指情节老套。
FAQ
- What does predictable mean?
- Happening or behaving in a way that can be expected. Boring because nothing surprising or original happens.
- How is predictable pronounced?
- UK /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/, US /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
