forethought

/fɔ:θɔ:t/
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forethought

He showed great forethought by packing an umbrella before the long hike.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; careful consideration of the future consequences of one's actions: The quality of thinking carefully about what might happen in the future before acting, to prevent problems or danger.
    • Planning or plotting in advance of acting: The act of thinking about and planning for the future before taking action.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The project's success was due to her forethought in anticipating potential challenges.
    • He had the forethought to pack an umbrella, which saved him from the sudden downpour.
    • Acting without forethought can lead to regrettable consequences.
Advanced Usage
  • "With forethought": Done with careful prior planning and consideration.
    • The complex maneuver was executed with great forethought.
  • "Lack of forethought": The absence of careful prior planning.
    • The financial crisis was caused by a lack of forethought from the management.
Variants and Related Words
  • Forethink (verb, archaic): To think or plan beforehand.
  • Forethoughtful (adjective): Characterized by or showing forethought.
    • She is a forethoughtful planner who leaves nothing to chance.
Synonyms
  • Foresight: The ability to predict or the action of predicting what will happen or be needed in the future.
  • Prudence: The quality of being cautious, using good judgment to avoid risks.
  • Premeditation: The action of planning something (especially a crime) beforehand.
  • Providence: The timely preparation for future eventualities; foresight.
Antonyms
  • Improvidence: A lack of care or thought for the future.
  • Imprudence: The quality of being unwise, lacking discretion.
  • Hastiness: Excessive speed or urgency of movement or action; thoughtlessness.
  • Spontaneity: The condition of being spontaneous; impulsive action without prior thought.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure": This proverb emphasizes the value of forethought and planning to prevent problems, which is better than having to fix them later.
forethought

He showed great forethought by packing an umbrella before the long hike.

Noun
  1. judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
    • he exercised caution in opening the door
    • he handled the vase with care
  2. planning or plotting in advance of acting

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