FORETHOUGHTFUL Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

forethoughtful

adjective

ˈfȯr-ˌthȯt-fəl

Definition of forethoughtful

as in cautious

having or showing awareness of and preparation for the future doctors encouraging people to be forethoughtful and get their flu shots in advance of the flu season

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Teams are generally more cautious about cooling the legs, however, because cold applied directly to working muscles immediately before a match can temporarily blunt explosive actions such as sprinting.

— Alan McCall, New York Times, 11 July 2026
Legal experts said the slow pace reflects a cautious approach by Graf and the large volume of evidence.

— Hannah Schoenbaum, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026

Definition of cautious

Adjective

When an accident brings the enigmatic Gaia into their lives, unexpected desires begin to take shape, unsettling the careful balance that has long defined their relationship.

— Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 9 July 2026
Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.

— CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of careful

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This systematic approach, including proactive diaspora talent identification and a uniform coaching philosophy across all age groups, has yielded consistent results, including a U20 World Cup win.

— Chris Evans, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
There are other proactive treatments and surgeries that can significantly reduce risk, Bojko said, urging women to ask their doctor about options that that would be appropriate given their fertility goals and overall health.

— Yonathan Daniel, ABC News, 8 July 2026

Definition of proactive

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