Synonyms for "future"

2 kid-friendly synonyms for future, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).

What does "future" mean?

The word future is a noun that means: the time that has not happened yet.

Example: "In the future, I will be tall."

Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for future

Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:

Opposites of future (antonyms)

Words that mean the opposite of future:

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FAQ — synonyms for future

What is a good synonym for future in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try tomorrow. For older students, "tomorrow" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does future have?
We list 2 grade-appropriate synonyms for future across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is future a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, future is used as a noun.

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