Question

Choose the word that best defines the italicized word from the novel Frankenstein.

"Is this to prognosticate peace, or to mock at my happiness?
A. avert
B. destroy
C. predict
D. produce

Answer 1

If the underlined word is "prognosicate," then the answer is C. to predict. The word's definition is to foretell or forsee, which is synonymous with predict.

Answer 2

Answer: C. predict

The only reasonable option of an underlined word is "prognosticate." The word prognosticate means "to predict." In this case, the speaker is wondering whether the person she is speaking to is trying to predict future peace, or making fun of her happiness.