forthcoming | ||
1. | [ adjective ] of the relatively near future | |
Synonyms: | coming upcoming approaching | |
Examples: | "the approaching election" "this coming Thursday" "the forthcoming holidays" "the upcoming spring fashions" |
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Related terms: | future | |
2. | [ adjective ] at ease in talking to others | |
Synonyms: | outgoing extroverted | |
Related terms: | sociable | |
3. | [ adjective ] available when required or as promised | |
Examples: | "federal funds were not forthcoming" |
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Related terms: | available | |
Similar spelling: |
forethought |