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Synonyms

futuristic

American  
[fyoo-chuh-ris-tik] / ˌfyu tʃəˈrɪs tɪk /

adjective

  1. of or relating to the future.

    a futuristic view of the world.

  2. ahead of the times; advanced.

    futuristic technology.

  3. (sometimes initial capital letter) of or relating to futurism.

    the futuristic rejection of traditional forms.
futuristic British  
/ ˌfjuːtʃəˈrɪstɪk /

adjective

  1. denoting or relating to design, technology, etc, that is thought likely to be current or fashionable at some future time; ultramodern

  2. of or relating to futurism

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Other Word Forms

  • futuristically adverb
  • nonfuturistic adjective
  • semifuturistic adjective
  • unfuturistic adjective

Etymology

Origin of futuristic

First recorded in 1910–15; future + -istic

Example Sentences

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Hogg's clothes embraced futuristic beauty looks, bold hair, punk sensibilities, and a strong sense of androgyny.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

“One Piece” unfolds in an alternate past where futuristic technology, classic pirate imagery and fantasy collide.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

Much of the panic driving recent selloffs has been based on futuristic hunches or kneejerk assessments of the impact of new AI tools.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Tesla is rolling out its “most affordable” version of the Cybertruck as the electric-vehicle maker attempts to turn things around for its futuristic pickup truck.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

As futuristic and outdated at the same time?

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides

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