Noun: forethought 'for,thot
- Planning or plotting in advance of acting
"The heist showed clear signs of forethought and careful planning";
- premeditation
- Judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
"he exercised forethought in opening the door";
- caution, precaution, care
Derived forms: forethoughts
Type of: judiciousness, planning, preparation, provision
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