forthcoming

forthcoming is on the Academic Word List.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /fɔːθˈkʌmɪŋ/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /fɔrθˈkʌmɪŋ/

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• Hyphenation: forth‧com‧ing

Adjective

Positive forthcoming

Comparative more forthcoming

Superlative most forthcoming

1. An event that is forthcoming is something that will happen soon. It's coming in a short time.

   The forthcoming publication of her book will help her get status and respect.

2. A person who is forthcoming is someone who tells what they're thinking.

   I asked him what his plans are for next year but he wasn't very forthcoming.

Synonyms

• upcoming