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forethought

/fɔːrˈθoʊt/ noun · British & US
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What does forethought mean?

noun

The ability to think and plan ahead; careful consideration and planning before taking action. This involves anticipating potential problems and taking steps to prevent them.

Example

"She showed great forethought in planning the trip, booking the hotel and flights well in advance."

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