Foresight ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Foresight ( noun )

1. The ability to predict or plan for the future.
2. The ability to anticipate and take steps to prevent future problems.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french forescee, feminine past participle of forevoir "foresee", from latin praevidere "foresee".

Examples:

1. His foresight saved the company from financial ruin.
2. She showed great foresight in her decision making.
3. The lack of foresight was the reason for the project's failure.
4. The government's foresight in investing in renewable energy is paying off.
5. His foresight in buying stocks before the market crashed made him a fortune.

(As a verb)

Foresight ( verb )

1. The ability to predict or plan for the future.
2. The ability to anticipate and take steps to prevent future problems.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french forescee, feminine past participle of forevoir "foresee", from latin praevidere "foresee".

Examples:

1. His foresight saved the company from financial ruin.
2. She showed great foresight in her decision making.
3. The lack of foresight was the reason for the project's failure.
4. The government's foresight in investing in renewable energy is paying off.
5. His foresight in buying stocks before the market crashed made him a fortune.