Future Definition

future
adjective
  1. yet to be or coming; "some future historian will evaluate him"
  2. effective in or looking toward the future; "he was preparing for future employment opportunities"
  3. (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving; "our next president"
  4. a verb tense or other formation referring to events or states that have not yet happened; "future auxiliary"
noun
  1. the time yet to come
  2. a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the future
  3. bulk commodities bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date

"Future" in song lyrics

See how future is used in real songs:

  • "my future"
    51.50 — Stuck in the Game
  • "my mind it's got my future"
    51.50 — Games People Play
  • "You are the blonde canvas on which I will paint my future"
    7L & Esoteric — Stalker

Usage tips for "future"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "future" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for future to find words that pair well.

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