prospective
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Some of the backlash came after AI-generated photos appeared on social media, imagining well-dressed affluent women as prospective customers for the service.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Former Republican congressman George Santos has also been identified as a prospective applicant.
From Salon • May 31, 2026
Appointments at U.S. consulates can routinely take months or even years to secure, meaning prospective applicants face prolonged time away from their U.S.-based jobs or family.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Even if the separatists lose a prospective referendum, leaders on both sides say the process will have permanently changed Canadian politics.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
The really remarkable cases are those of prospective discovery, since they straightforwardly refute the claim that all discoveries are necessarily retrospective constructions.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
Vocabulary lists containing prospective
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
NAEP Test Words
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Common Senses: Spec, Spect, Spic ("Look")
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
