forethoughtful

forethoughtful — adjective

  • forethoughtfulpositive
  • more forethoughtfulcomparative
  • most forethoughtfulsuperlative

1. showing the quality of thinking carefully about and preparing for what might hap

1.形容詞C1
釋義

showing the quality of thinking carefully about and preparing for what might happen in the future, so that problems can be avoided or reduced

例句

The mayor's forethoughtful decision to build flood barriers saved the town when the river rose.

forethoughtful decision + [infinitive purpose]

Rohan took the forethoughtful step of insuring his house before the rainy season began.

forethoughtful step of + gerund

同義詞
  • provident

    More formal and often implies financial or material preparation; e.g. 'a provident saver'

  • far-sighted

    Emphasizes the ability to see future consequences rather than the act of preparing; can also be literal (vision)

  • prudent

    Broader and more common; includes general caution and wise judgment, not only future planning

反義詞
  • improvident

    The direct opposite — failing to plan or save for future needs

  • shortsighted

    Focusing only on immediate benefits without regard for long-term consequences

用法筆記

Primarily used in formal writing and professional contexts. In everyday conversation, speakers more commonly use phrases such as 'forward-looking', 'planful', or simply 'careful about the future.'

常見錯誤

❌My sister was forethoughtful enough to bring snacks for the road trip.
✅My sister was thoughtful enough to bring snacks for the road trip.
💡'Forethoughtful' implies long-term planning, not short-term kindness or attentiveness to others.
❌He is a very forethoughtful boss who cares about his staff.
✅He is a very considerate boss who cares about his staff.
💡'Forethoughtful' is not a synonym for 'considerate' or 'thoughtful toward other people'; it refers specifically to future-oriented planning.