foresight
Translation
foresight, prescience, forethought
Examples
She had the foresight to buy the stock early.
She had the foresight to buy the stock early.
It was a great act of foresight.
It was a great act of foresight.
Grammar Patterns
have the foresight to do sth. to be wise enough to realize what will happen and prepare for it She had the foresight to save money.
an act of foresight an action based on predicting future events It was an act of great foresight.
Similar Words
Synonyms: forethought, anticipation; Antonyms: hindsight
Etymology
From 'fore-' (before) and 'sight' (the ability to see). The ability to see or predict what will happen in the future.
Memory Tips
It's the 'sight' you have 'before' an event happens, allowing you to prepare.