projection
Definitions
The act of estimating or forecasting something based on present trends.
The presentation of an image or light onto a surface.
The unconscious attribution of one's own thoughts or feelings onto another person.
Examples
The company's financial projection for the next quarter suggests significant growth.
The movie was shown using a high-definition digital projection onto the large screen.
His constant accusations of dishonesty are clearly a psychological projection of his own guilt.
Synonyms
forecast prediction estimate protrusion extension outlook calculation