predecessor vs prognostic

predecessor

noun
  • A model or type of machinery or device which precedes the current (or later) one. Usually used to describe an earlier, outdated model. 

  • One who precedes; one who has preceded another in any state, position, office, etc.; one whom another follows or comes after, in any office or position. 

  • A vertex having a directed path to another vertex 

prognostic

noun
  • One who predicts the future. 

  • prognosis 

  • A sign by which a future event may be known or foretold. 

  • A prediction of the future. 

adj
  • Of, pertaining to or characterized by prognosis or prediction. 

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