Forthcoming

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /fɔrθˈkʌmɪŋ/

Definitions of forthcoming

noun a thing that is about to happen or appear; the forthcoming of new technology

Example Sentences

A1 The forthcoming of spring brings new life to the trees and flowers.

A2 The forthcoming of the new movie has everyone excited to see it.

B1 The forthcoming of the company's annual report is eagerly anticipated by investors.

B2 The forthcoming of a solution to the problem is crucial for the success of the project.

C1 The forthcoming of a new government policy could have significant implications for the economy.

C2 The forthcoming of a breakthrough in medical research could revolutionize the treatment of certain diseases.

adjective about to happen or appear; forthcoming events

Example Sentences

A1 The teacher told us that the forthcoming test would be easy.

A2 I am looking forward to the forthcoming holiday.

B1 The company has announced some forthcoming changes to the workplace policies.

B2 The author's forthcoming book is highly anticipated by fans.

C1 The forthcoming summit will address important global issues.

C2 The details of the forthcoming project are still being finalized.

Examples of forthcoming in a Sentence

formal The details of the forthcoming event will be announced soon.

informal I heard about the forthcoming party next week, are you going?

slang I'm excited for the forthcoming movie, it looks so good!

figurative The CEO's forthcoming decision will shape the future of the company.

Grammatical Forms of forthcoming

past tense

forthcame

plural

forthcomings

comparative

more forthcoming

superlative

most forthcoming

present tense

forthcome

future tense

will forthcoming

perfect tense

have forthcoming

continuous tense

is forthcoming

singular

forthcoming

positive degree

forthcoming

infinitive

to forthcoming

gerund

forthcoming

participle

forthcoming

Origin and Evolution of forthcoming

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'forthcoming' originated from the combination of 'forth' meaning 'forward' and 'coming' meaning 'arriving'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 15th century to simply mean 'about to appear or happen', the word 'forthcoming' has evolved to also signify 'willing to cooperate or provide information' in modern usage.