Synonyms of unforeseen

unforeseen

adjective

ˌən-fȯr-ˈsēn 

as in sudden

not expected

there are almost always unforeseen consequences for any major endeavor

unforeseen problems delayed the project beyond its deadline

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sudden
• unexpected
• unanticipated
• abrupt
• unlooked-for
• unlikely
• unintended
• unplanned
• improbable
• startling
• surprising

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• anticipated
• foreseen
• expected
• predicted
• prophesied
• unsurprising

Examples of unforeseen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The times and duration of the project may change depending on the weather or any other unforeseen circumstances. —Aaron Valdez, The Enquirer, 16 Aug. 2024

And could the increasing division of labor come with unforeseen limitations? —Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2024

This clarity ensures everyone in the team understands the ultimate destination and can make informed decisions when unforeseen circumstances arise. —Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 7 Aug. 2024

The majority of Americans wouldn’t be able to cover an unforeseen $1,000 expense with money from their own savings, according to Bankrate’s 2024 emergency savings report. —Cheyenne Devon, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2024