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Explore "fore-", a prefix denoting before in time or place. It appears in words like "forecast" and "forewarn," emphasizing anticipation, prediction, or being in front, thereby giving a sense of precedence or early indication.
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Part of Speech
adjective
Definition
Situated or located at, near, or toward the front part of an object or space.
Example Sentence
"The fore section of the airplane is reserved for first-class passengers."
Complete Flashcards List for Prefix fore- with Definitions, POS, IPA, Examples, Synonyms, and Antonyms
fore (adjective) /fɔr/
Definition: Situated or located at, near, or toward the front part of an object or space.
Example Sentence: "The fore section of the airplane is reserved for first-class passengers."
Synonyms: advance; ahead; anterior; foremost; forward; front
Opposite Meaning: back
forebear (noun) /ˈfɔrˌbɛər/
Definition: A person or an ancestor who came before and laid the foundation for one's family or lineage.
Example Sentence: "I am grateful for the legacy left behind by my forebears, which has shaped who I am today."
Synonyms: ancestor; antecedent; forebearer; forefather; foremother; forerunner
Opposite Meaning: descendant
forebode (verb) /fɔːˈbəʊd/
Definition: To indicate or warn of something that is going to happen in the future, typically something bad.
Example Sentence: "The sudden silence in the room forebode bad news."
Synonyms: anticipate; augur; envisage; forecast; foreshadow; herald
Opposite Meaning: reassure
foreboding (noun) /fɔrˈboʊ dɪŋ/
Definition: A strong sense of apprehension, anxiety, or unease about future events or circumstances.
Example Sentence: "The distant howls of wolves filled her with a sense of foreboding."
Synonyms: anxiety; apprehension; concern; dread; fear; intimation
Opposite Meaning: assurance
forecast (verb) /ˈfɔrˌkæst/
Definition: To predict or estimate future events or conditions based on available information and analysis.
Example Sentence: "The expert used statistical models to forecast customer demand."
Synonyms: anticipate; divine; envisage; envision; estimate; foresee
Opposite Meaning: guess
forecourt (noun) /ˈfɔrˌkɔrt/
Definition: An open area or space located at the front of a building or property.
Example Sentence: "The car dealership had an expansive forecourt with rows of shiny vehicles on display."
Synonyms: atrium; concourse; courtyard; entrance; foyer; piazza
Opposite Meaning: back
foremost (adjective) /ˈfɔːmə(ʊ)st/
Definition: Occupying a position of utmost importance, significance, or prominence within a particular context.
Example Sentence: "He was the foremost authority on the subject, having studied it extensively."
Synonyms: cardinal; central; chief; dominant; key; leading
Opposite Meaning: unimportant
forensic (adjective) /fəˈrɛnzɪk/
Definition: Relating to the application of scientific methods and techniques to investigate and analyze evidence relating to a crime or legal matter.
Example Sentence: "The forensic investigation revealed key evidence that was crucial in solving the case."
Synonyms: analytic; criminalistic; criminological; diagnostic; evidential; evidentiary
Opposite Meaning: unscientific
forerunner (noun) /ˈfɔrˌrʌn ər/
Definition: A person or thing that comes before and serves as an early indication, precursor, or predecessor of something else.
Example Sentence: "The Wright brothers are recognized as forerunners of aviation."
Synonyms: avant-garde; harbinger; herald; innovator; originator; pioneer
Opposite Meaning: successor
foresee (verb) /fɔrˈsi/
Definition: To predict or anticipate an event or outcome before it happens.
Example Sentence: "She could foresee the conflict escalating if immediate action was not taken."
Synonyms: anticipate; discern; envisage; envision; forecast; foreknow
Opposite Meaning: overlook
foreshadow (verb) /fɔrˈʃæd oʊ/
Definition: To hint or suggest future events, developments, or outcomes within a story or narrative.
Example Sentence: "The dark clouds foreshadowed an impending storm."
Synonyms: augur; forecast; foretell; hint; imply; indicate
Opposite Meaning: hide
foresight (noun) /ˈfɔrˌsaɪt/
Definition: The ability to anticipate or predict future events, needs, or consequences with careful planning and consideration.
Example Sentence: "Her foresight to bring an umbrella saved her from getting soaked in the sudden rainstorm."
Synonyms: anticipation; caution; discernment; farsightedness; forethought; insight
Opposite Meaning: shortsightedness
forestall (verb) /foʊrˈstɔl/
Definition: To prevent, hinder, or obstruct an event or action from occurring by taking proactive measures or preemptive action.
Example Sentence: "The negotiator proposed a compromise to forestall a deadlock in the negotiation process."
Synonyms: avert; block; circumvent; counteract; hinder; impede
Opposite Meaning: allow
foretell (verb) /fɔrˈtɛl/
Definition: To predict or prophesize future events or outcomes.
Example Sentence: "The fortune teller claimed to foretell the future through her tarot cards."
Synonyms: anticipate; augur; divine; envision; forecast; foresee
Opposite Meaning: disregard
forethought (noun) /ˈfɔːθɔːt/
Definition: The act of thinking ahead and considering future consequences or possibilities before taking action.
Example Sentence: "The success of the project was due to the forethought and planning of the team."
Synonyms: anticipation; caution; consideration; foresight; planning; precaution
Opposite Meaning: recklessness
