forechoice

/ˈfɒriˌtʃɔɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A decision or choice made before a situation arises, often involving some degree of uncertainty or risk.

“The company’s financial team had to make a forechoice about their budget for the new project.”

2. verb

To make a decision or choice before a situation arises.

“The investor had to forechoose between two different investment options.”

Synonyms

  • prechoice
  • preselection

Antonyms

  • afterthought
  • hindsight