foreknowledge
UK/'fɒ:nɒlidʒ/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
Knowledge or awareness of something before it happens; prescience.
预知，先见之明，事先了解
Root Breakdown
Native Englishforeknowledgeother
=foreknowledge
Example Sentences
- 1.
Ancient philosophers claimed to possess foreknowledge of future events through mystical means and prophecy.
- 2.
The detective's foreknowledge of the criminal's methods helped her anticipate his next dangerous move.