Prospective Definition & Meaning

prospective
adjective
  1. of or concerned with or related to the future; "prospective earnings"; "a prospective mother"; "a prospective bride"; "the statute is solely prospective in operation"

"Prospective" in song lyrics

See how prospective is used in real songs:

  • "engagement prospective"
    AOL — AOL
  • "deficit prospective"
    AOL — AOL
  • "uhds.wiu.edu prospective"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "prospective"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "prospective" 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 prospective to find words that pair well.

Look up another word