Forseeable vs. Foreseeable: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 17, 2023
"Forseeable" is an incorrect spelling; the correct version is "foreseeable." "Foreseeable" means capable of being anticipated or predicted.
Which is correct: Forseeable or Foreseeable
How to spell Foreseeable?
Forseeable is Incorrect
Foreseeable is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember to put "e" twice: once in "fore" and once in "see."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 17, 2023
Consider the root "foresee" — if you can spell that, you're halfway there.
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Oct 17, 2023
Think of "foreseeable" as fore + see + able.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 17, 2023
Use flashcards to memorize the correct sequence of vowels.
Harlon Moss
Oct 17, 2023
Associate the word with "able to foresee" to remember the double 'e' in the middle.
Janet White
Oct 17, 2023
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Forseeable and Foreseeable Definitions
Foreseeable
Capable of being predicted or anticipated.
We can't go on vacation in the foreseeable future.
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Sep 16, 2023
Foreseeable
To be reasonably anticipated.
The contract is for the foreseeable duration of the project.
Sara Rehman
Sep 16, 2023
Foreseeable
Likely to happen or occur.
A raise is not foreseeable at this time.
Harlon Moss
Sep 16, 2023
Foreseeable
Expected to occur in a specified timeframe.
The deadline is foreseeable within two weeks.
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Sep 16, 2023
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Foreseeable
Predictable based on existing conditions.
The weather will remain stable for the foreseeable future.
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Sep 16, 2023
Foreseeable
To imagine or know as a probable occurrence; anticipate or predict
Foresaw economic decline.
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Sep 02, 2023
Foreseeable
Able to be foreseen or anticipated
This project will not be finished in the foreseeable future.
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Sep 02, 2023
Foreseeable
Being such as may reasonable be anticipated; as, foreseeable costs were well within the budget.
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Sep 02, 2023
Foreseeable
Being such as may reasonable be anticipated;
Foreseeable costs were well within the budget
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Sep 02, 2023
FAQs
Which vowel is used before omission?
Depends on the preceding word in a sentence.
Harlon Moss
Oct 17, 2023
Why is it called omission?
It's called omission because it refers to the act of leaving something out or not including it.
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Oct 17, 2023
What is the root word of omission?
The root word is "omit," from Latin "omittere."
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Oct 17, 2023
How is omission used in a sentence?
"The omission of pertinent information was a serious oversight."
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Oct 17, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in omission?
The second syllable, "mis," is stressed.
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Oct 17, 2023
Is omission a negative or positive word?
Generally neutral, but often used in negative contexts.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 17, 2023
Which determiner is used with omission?
"The," "an," "some," "any" can be used.
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Oct 17, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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