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forethought

UK
/ˈfɔːˌθɔːt/
US
/ˈfɔrˌθɔt/

Translations

forethoughtnoun
forethoughts
pl
Her forethought in planning the event ensured everything went smoothly.
Sa prévoyance dans l’organisation de l’événement a permis que tout se déroule sans accroc.
préméditationSoutenu; s’emploie surtout pour une intention ou un plan formé avant l’action.
The assault was carried out with clear forethought and preparation.
L’agression a été commise avec une nette préméditation et une préparation minutieuse.
Synonyms
planning
anticipation
deliberation
foresight
consideration
premeditation
forethoughtpast participle
UK
/ˈfɔːˌθɔːt/
US
/ˈfɔrˌθɔt/
Archaic participial adjective meaning planned or considered in advance.
préméditéArchaïque.
It was a forethought act, not a spur-of-the-moment impulse.
C’était un acte prémédité, et non une impulsion du moment.

Definitions

forethoughtnoun
Careful consideration of what will be necessary or may happen in the future.
Her forethought in planning the event ensured everything went smoothly.
A prior plan, intention, or idea formed before action is taken.
The assault was carried out with clear forethought and preparation.
forethoughtpast participle
Archaic. Planned, prepared, or considered in advance; premeditated.
It was a forethought act, not a spur-of-the-moment impulse.
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