Synonyms of prospective

prospective

adjective

as in potential

likely to be or become something at a later time

The school had a luncheon for prospective students.

Related Words

• potential
• future
• possible
• upcoming
• anticipated
• awaited
• expected
• subsequent
• planned
• predicted
• later
• coming
• approaching
• eventual
• projected
• impending
• unborn
• forthcoming
• nearing
• imminent
• final
• oncoming
• after
• posterior
• ensuing
• last
• ultimate
• pending
• ulterior

Dissimilar Words

• previous
• prior
• precedent
• anterior
• past
• antecedent
• preceding
• bygone

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of prospective

Given the incredible growth of osteopathic medical education, this philosophy and these principles are resonating with prospective medical students and patients in record numbers. — Torie Bosch, STAT, 5 Sep. 2026

All prospective adopters were required to do was show up in person with a credit card, a winning bid and proof of a legally permissible place to keep a barnyard animal. — Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026

The breed has become known for its remarkable white coat and friendly expression, though prospective owners should know the dogs are also active working breeds that need exercise, training and substantial grooming. — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

But the judge said attorneys for both sides could screen prospective jurors for potential bias during jury selection. — Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026