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Future

Verb / ˈfju:tʃɜ: / Another word for future — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

something that will happen or exist in the time after now

Synonyms & similar words

past hereafter futuretense next futurity timetocome succeeding tomorrow prospect horizon vision destiny fate outcome result consequence success progress advancement growth development evolution innovation modernization improvement renewal change

Synonyms by register

Formal

prospect outlook eventuality what lies ahead

Informal

what's next down the road the long run

Literary

the morrow coming days times to come

Antonyms

past present history yesterday ago precedent

Common collocations

  • future generations
  • future tense
  • future plans
  • future research
  • future development
  • future prospects
  • future events

Word family

noun future
adjective future

Usage note

While 'future' can be used as both a noun and an adjective, be mindful of its broad meaning. It often implies a sense of hope or uncertainty.

Example sentences

  1. The future is full of possibilities.
  2. I wonder what the future will be like.
  3. The future is unpredictable.
  4. I hope to have a bright future.
  5. The future is something we can all look forward to.

Quotes

  • The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. - Eleanor Roosevelt
  • The best way to predict the future is to invent it. - Alan Kay
  • The future is always beginning now. - Mark Strand

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