unforeseen

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The term 'unforeseen' refers to something that was not anticipated or predicted. It's like when an unexpected event interferes with your plans, such as a sudden blackout during a presentation.

Examples in Different Contexts

In financial planning, 'unforeseen' expenses could refer to costs that were not expected. A financial advisor might advise, 'Always allocate funds for unforeseen expenses.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The system is running slower than expected after the updates. Any thoughts on troubleshooting?

Response:

Could these system slowdowns be due to some unforeseen issues with the updates?

Creative

Scenario:

The client has changed their requirements. We have to adapt our process accordingly.

Response:

Maybe it's due to some unforeseen technical issues, but don't worry, we'll find a solution.