Definition

The act of deciding or determining something in advance, often related to fate or destiny.

Example

Many people believe in the concept of foreordination when it comes to their life paths.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the idea of foreordination?

Not really, what does it mean exactly?

It's about the belief that certain events are predetermined in advance.

Oh, I see! That makes sense in some contexts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Foreordination → It is formed from "fore-" (meaning before) and "ordinare" (meaning to arrange or order). The word refers to the act of arranging or ordering something in advance, often in a theological context regarding predestination.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'arranged' ('ordinare') 'before' ('fore-') it happens — that's why foreordination means to arrange things in advance.

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