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(fyo̵̅o̅′c̸hər äl′ə jē)

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noun

the speculative study of probable or presumed future conditions, as extrapolated from known facts and trends

Origin: futur(e) + -ology

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futurological adjective
futurologist noun

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noun

The study or forecasting of potential developments, as in science, technology, and society, using current conditions and trends as a point of departure.

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fuˌtur·o·logˈi·cal (fyo͞oˌchər-ə-lŏjˈĭ-kəl) adjective

fuˌtu·rolˈo·gist noun

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