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Exam: IELTS

forestaller

IPA: //fɔːrˈstɔːlər//

KK: /fɔrˈstɔlər/

noun

Definition: A person who prevents something from happening by taking action in advance, often by buying goods before they are available to others to increase their value.

Example: The forestaller bought all the tickets before they went on sale to resell them at a higher price.

foretaste

IPA: /ˈfɔːrteɪst/

KK: /ˈfɔrˌteɪst/

noun

Definition: A small sample or experience that gives an idea of what is to come in the future.

Example: The preview of the movie was a foretaste of the exciting story ahead.

transitive verb

Definition: To experience a small amount of something in advance, often to get an idea of what it will be like.

Example: The chef allowed us to foretaste the new dish before it was officially served.

foretell

IPA: /fɔːrˈtɛl/

KK: /fɔrˈtɛl/

transitive verb

Definition: To predict something that will happen in the future.

Example: The weather forecast can foretell rain for tomorrow.

foretelling

IPA: /fɔːrˈtɛlɪŋ/

KK: /fɔrˈtɛlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of predicting what will happen in the future.

Example: The foretelling of events can sometimes help people prepare for what is to come.

verb

Definition: To predict or indicate something that will happen in the future.

Example: The old woman was known for foretelling the weather accurately.

forethought

IPA: /ˈfɔːrθɔːt/

KK: /ˈfɔrˌθɔt/

noun

Definition: The act of thinking about and planning for the future before taking action.

Example: She showed great forethought by saving money for her education.

forethoughtful

IPA: /fɔːrˈθɔːt.fəl/

KK: /fɔrˈθɔt̬fəl/

adjective

Definition: Having careful thought or consideration about the future; being thoughtful in planning ahead.

Example: Her forethoughtful approach to the project helped the team avoid many potential problems.

foretokening

IPA: /fɔːrˈtoʊkənɪŋ/

KK: /fɔrˈtoʊkənɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A sign or indication of something that will happen in the future.

Example: The dark clouds were a foretokening of the storm to come.

forever

IPA: /fərˈɛvər/

KK: /fərˈɛvər/

adjective

Definition: Lasting for an indefinite period of time; never-ending.

Example: They promised to love each other forever.

adverb

Definition: For an endless amount of time; without end.

Example: I will love you forever.

noun

Definition: A very long time that seems to last indefinitely.

Example: I will love you forever, no matter what happens.

forewarn

IPA: //fɔːrˈwɔːrn//

KK: /fɔrˈwɔrn/

transitive verb

Definition: To give someone a warning about something that might happen in the future.

Example: I want to forewarn you about the heavy traffic tomorrow.

forewarning

IPA: /fɔːrˈwɔːrnɪŋ/

KK: /fɔrˈwɔr.nɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A warning that is given before something happens, allowing someone to prepare for it.

Example: The storm was unexpected, but the forewarning helped us get ready.

verb

Definition: To give a warning in advance about something that may happen.

Example: She forewarned him about the upcoming storm so he could prepare.

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