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Definition of forethought

forethought

/ˈfɔːr.θɔːt/
fore · thought
Adverb:forethoughtfully
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Plural:forethoughts
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Adjective:forethoughtful
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forethought Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Careful consideration of what will be necessary or may happen in the future; prudence and planning in advance.

Example

"With a little forethought, they managed to pack everything needed for the sudden change in weather."

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• Rhymes for forethought

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in late Old English or early Middle English from the prefix 'fore-' (meaning before or in advance) and 'thought', originally serving as the past participle of the verb 'forethink' (to plan beforehand).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Forethought. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/forethought
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