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Definitions

foresee

[fawr-see] / fɔrˈsi /
VERB
anticipate, predict
Synonyms
STRONGEST
discern envisage expect forecast foretell perceive presage
STRONG
apprehend divine espy forebode foreknow previse prognosticate prophesy see visualize
WEAK
call the turn crystal-ball crystal-ball it dope out forefeel have a hunch preknow prevision psych out see it coming
Antonyms
STRONGEST
misinterpret misunderstand neglect overlook

Example Sentences

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She doesn’t foresee outright shortages just yet but rising costs seem inevitable given competition with Asia for supplies.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

He added that the players had done well without him and implied that he didn’t foresee any changes ahead of the finals.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Q: Did anyone foresee how much index funds would grow?

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

Jefferies analysts do not foresee a “software apocalypse,” citing high security risks for large language models and current AI limitations.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

How was one to foresee and guard against everything?

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.