UNFORESEEN Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

unforeseen

adjective

ˌən-fȯr-ˈsēn

Definition of unforeseen

as in sudden

not expected there are almost always unforeseen consequences for any major endeavor unforeseen problems delayed the project beyond its deadline

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Recent Examples of unforeseen Butler said that, barring any unforeseen issues, the agency will own the house within the next two months. — Noah Daly august 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Aug. 2026 And there is a reasonable likelihood that two of them will end up playing each other on Arthur Ashe either for history, or for the chance to make it, which will lead to unforeseen levels of patriotic tension. — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026 And barring something unforeseen, the Dolphins will give him the chance to replicate an exceptional 2025 season. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026 But as her lifelong dream finally becomes reality, an unforeseen challenge changes everything. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unforeseen

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unforeseen

Adjective

The scene cuts to Sally and Gillian, who both come to a sudden awareness of Franny’s ultimate act of selflessness.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2026
The administration’s justification for these orders is a statute that allows the Department of Energy (DOE) to declare an emergency in the case of wartime or a sudden shortfall in generation.

— John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of sudden

Adjective

Piker reacted with surprise and amusement to his unexpected appearance during a livestream.

— Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
Despite the richness of color, everything feels beautifully cohesive, a design language that is fresh, considered, and full of unexpected details.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026