FUTURITY Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

futurity

noun

fyü-ˈtu̇r-ə-tē

Definition of futurity

as in future

time that is to come we can scarcely imagine what observers in some remote futurity will think of civilization as it existed at the dawn of the 21st century

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Recent Examples of futurity Established in 2023, the biennial prize is given in recognition of next-gen multidisciplinary artists working at the intersection of art, media, and technology to explore notions of futurity and transformation. — News Desk, Artforum, 4 Nov. 2025 This reading list offers resources for engaging with Indigenous thought, resistance, and futurity. — JSTOR Daily, 11 Oct. 2025 Scott’s work as a designer and consultant has positioned her as an expert and resource on Caribbean artisanal craft, vast technical knowledge, and the futurity of contemporary dress. — Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 2 Sep. 2025 Next October his first set of quarter horses are set to go into futurity, a competition which offers staggering prize money to winners. — Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 19 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for futurity

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The oil market remains in backwardation, a phenomenon that occurs where futures contracts with immediate or near-term deliveries sell at a premium over later deliveries, suggesting an expectation that prices will fall over time.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
But the Fed under Warsh is widely expected to buck that pressure and hold rates steady next month, a consensus reflected in Fed funds futures contracts.

— Brian Cheung, NBC news, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of future

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Here is what parents should know before tomorrow’s alarm goes off.

— Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Aug. 2026
Back-to-School Monitor Deals Samsung 32-Inch Flat Computer Monitor A quiz to study for today, a test tomorrow, and a paper due next week—such is the life of a student.

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 25 Aug. 2026

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