1. the parts of sentences that contain the verb and tell what the subject does or is
Usage: grammar

1. bases or founds something on a particular belief or assumption
Usage: formal
2. states or asserts something about a subject
Usage: formal; logic

Examples

• In grammar class, we learned to identify subjects and predicates in sentences.
• The predicate ‘ran quickly’ tells us what the subject did.
• Her argument predicates the idea that all students learn differently.
• The theory predicates that economic growth leads to social progress.
• The philosopher predicates wisdom of those who question everything.
• Simple predicates contain only the main verb.
• The success of the plan predicates careful preparation.