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Foreseen

Verb / ˌfɔ:ˈrsi:n / Another word for foreseen — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having knowledge or awareness of something before it happens

Synonyms & similar words

foresee forestall anticipate foreknow previse envision counter predicted anticipated envisioned foresaw visualized expected prophesied foretold projected preconceived presaged prefigured divined foreknew previsioned prevised augured spotted sensed felt

Example sentences

  1. He had foreseen the danger and warned the others.
  2. The teacher had foreseen that the students would have trouble with the math problem.
  3. She had foreseen the success of her business plan.
  4. I had not foreseen the traffic, so I was late to the meeting.
  5. The psychic had foreseen the tragic event that happened the next day.

Quotes

  • The best way to predict the future is to invent it. - Alan Kay
  • By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. - Benjamin Franklin
  • The future belongs to those who prepare for it today. - Malcolm X

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