foresight
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for foresight, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The ability to think ahead and plan wisely for the future.
Synonyms
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How to use foresight
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English forsight, modeled on Latin providentia — fore- + sight.
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What does “foresight” mean?
The word “foresight” means the ability to think ahead and plan wisely for the future. In plain terms, planning ahead and anticipating what might happen, rather than being caught off guard.
How do you pronounce “foresight”?
“Foresight” is pronounced FAW-syt (/ˈfɔɹsaɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “foresight” in a sentence?
Here is “foresight” used in a sentence: “Buying insurance early showed real foresight on her part.”
What part of speech is “foresight”?
“Foresight” is a noun.
Where does the word “foresight” come from?
The word “foresight” comes from Latin. From Middle English forsight, modeled on Latin providentia — fore- + sight.
Is “foresight” a common word?
“Foresight” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “foresight” have?
“Foresight” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the ability to think ahead and plan wisely for the future.