forethoughtful

adjective

fore·thought·ful ˈfȯr-ˌthȯt-fəl

Synonyms of forethoughtful next

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: full of or having forethought

forethoughtfully

ˈfȯr-ˌthȯt-fə-lē

adverb

forethoughtfulness noun

Examples of forethoughtful in a Sentence

doctors encouraging people to be forethoughtful and get their flu shots in advance of the flu season

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1810, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of forethoughtful was circa 1810

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“Forethoughtful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forethoughtful. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.

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