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foregoing Synonyms

Another word for foregoing

Choosing another word for foregoing depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Just mentioned, stated, or occurring previously, especially in a text or speech.

Usage Example

"Based on the preceding analysis, the committee recommends approving the proposed budget."

Strongest
preceding
previous
prior
Strong
aforementioned
above
earlier
former
antecedent

• noun (Context 2)

The act of abstaining from, giving up, or doing without something desirable (a common variant of 'forgoing').

Usage Example

"The forgoing of short-term profits allowed the company to invest heavily in sustainable technology."

Strongest
forgoing
Strong
relinquishment
renunciation
waiver
sacrifice
abstention

Opposites of foregoing

The opposite of foregoing shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

following
subsequent
ensuing
succeeding
indulgence
later
retention
See all opposites of foregoing

• Nearby Words

forefoot
forefront
forego
foregoing
foregone
foreground
forehand

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Foregoing. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/foregoing
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