Definition

To know something in advance, often through a special insight or prediction.

Example

She seemed to foreknow the outcome of the event before it happened.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Do you think people can really foreknow future events?

I’m not sure, but some cultures believe in it.

Yeah, it’s fascinating how some folks claim to have that gift.

It makes you wonder what else is out there beyond our understanding.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Foreknow** → It is formed from "fore-" (meaning before) and "know" (from Old English *cnawan*, meaning to know). The word "foreknow" means to know something before it happens or to have prior knowledge of an event.

Memory Tip

Think of knowing something 'before' it happens — 'fore-' means before, and 'know' means to have knowledge.

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