Forethough

/fɔrˈθɔt/ adjective

Definition

Thought about or considered beforehand; previously thought or deliberated upon.

Etymology

From fore- + thought (past tense of think). This archaic adjective describes things that have been mentally prepared or considered in advance.

Kelly Says

This is a very old word that's almost extinct in modern English, which shows how language constantly evolves—we've mostly replaced it with simpler words like 'planned' or 'considered.'

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