Definition

Describing something that is very modern or advanced, often related to ideas about the future.

Example

The futuristic design of the building amazed everyone who saw it.

Conversation

Have you seen that new building downtown?

Yeah, it looks really futuristic and cool!

I heard it has some futuristic technology inside too.

That would be awesome! I love when architecture embraces the future.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Futuristic → It is formed from "future" (from Latin *futurus*, meaning about to be or forthcoming) and the suffix "-istic" (meaning pertaining to or characteristic of). The word "futuristic" describes something that is characteristic of the future or looks forward to what is to come.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'future' which means what is to come, and remember that 'futuristic' describes things that are characteristic of that future.

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