future
UK: ˈfjuːtʃə | US: ˈfjuːtʃər
n. time that is yet to come
n. a prospect of success or advancement
adj. existing or occurring at a later time
The word future traces back to Latin futūrus, meaning "about to be." It evolved through Old French futur before entering Middle English. The root fut- reflects the concept of "being" in a time yet to come, while -ure solidifies it as a noun denoting a state or condition. This logical progression—from a verb ("to be") to a temporal concept—highlights how Latin participles shaped abstract nouns in English.
The future of renewable energy looks promising.
She saved money to secure her future.
Future generations will face new challenges.
His future in the company depends on this project.
The book explores future technologies.