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prospective

adjective

Find the meaning of the word prospective, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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Likely to happen or be something in the future; potential.

Example Sentence

The prospective students attended the open house to learn more about the university.

Usage Note

Used to describe someone or something that is likely to be chosen or become something in the future, such as a prospective buyer for a house or a prospective candidate for a job.