Unforeseeable: meaning, definitions and examples

Use when describing events or outcomes that cannot be predicted due to lack of any hints or signs.

• The accident was unforeseeable
• The budget cuts were an unforeseeable consequence of the economic crisis

Use when something is constantly changing and cannot be predicted.

• The stock market is very unpredictable
• Her behavior can be quite unpredictable

Use when something happens suddenly or without anticipation.

• Her visit was completely unexpected
• An unexpected guest arrived at the party

Use when referring to something that is not known or has not been discovered yet.

• The cause of the disease remains unknown
• She called someone from an unknown number

Use when describing a situation where the outcome or future is not clear or is doubtful.

• The future of the project feels very uncertain
• The weather forecast is uncertain for the weekend