unforeseen
The word “unforeseen” has 3 syllables: un-for-seen
It's pronounced as /ˌʌnfɔrˈsiːn/
What is synonym and antonym for unforeseen?
In the thesaurus, “unforeseen” has 11 synonyms and 6 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for unforeseen along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for unforeseen
- abrupt
- improbable
- startling
- sudden
- surprising
- unanticipated
- unexpected
- unintended
- unlikely
- unlooked-for
- unplanned
Antonyms for unforeseen
- anticipated
- expected
- foreseen
- predicted
- prophesied
- unsurprising
Meanings of unforeseen
- noun
- An event, incident, cost, etc. that was not foreseen.
- adjective
- Not foreseen.
- Not expected.
Example Sentences
- The trip was delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Unforeseen problems arose during the construction project.
- She handled the unforeseen challenges with grace.
- The company faced unforeseen expenses last quarter.
- His absence was caused by an unforeseen emergency.
On this page you'll find 17 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to unforeseen, such as: abrupt, anticipated, expected, foreseen, improbable, predicted, prophesied.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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