foreseeable

[fawr-see-uh-buhl] / fɔrˈsi ə bəl /

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calculable adj.
expected adj.
predictable adj.

ADJECTIVE

calculable

Synonyms

WEAK

accountable ascertainable computable countable discoverable estimable measurable predictable reckonable

Antonyms

WEAK

incalculable inestimable uncomputable

ADJECTIVE

expected

Synonyms

STRONGEST

likely predicted proposed scheduled

STRONG

awaited coming contemplated envisioned foreseen foretold prophesied

WEAK

counted upon due hoped-for looked-for planned for predictable prepared for

ADJECTIVE

predictable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

certain

WEAK

anticipated calculable expected foreseen likely prepared sure surefire

Antonyms

WEAK

improbable unexpected unforeseen unpredictable

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foreseeable

Industry experts remain sceptical, saying that even if more vessels start going through, the bulk of global shipping will remain along established lines for the foreseeable future.

From Barron's ● Aug. 22, 2026

In fact, Leavitt may well become the gold standard for press secretaries into the foreseeable future.

From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026

"After careful consideration, it was determined there is no path forward to permit these projects in the US for the foreseeable future," the company said in a statement.

From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026

“After careful consideration, it was determined there is no path forward to permit these projects in the U.S. for the foreseeable future,” RWE said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026

In and of itself it was a remarkable fact: The catastrophe was foreseeable, yet only a handful noticed.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis

foreseeable

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