- of or having to do with the future, futurism, or futurology
- so advanced in design, form, concept, etc. as to seem suited for some future time; ultramodern
A futuristic cityscape.
- An example of something futuristic is a science fiction movie set in the year 3010.
- An example of something futuristic is a new fabric that keeps the skin cool.
The definition of futuristic is something that has to do with the future, or is ahead of the current times.
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futuristic
adjective
- Of or relating to the future.
- a. Of, characterized by, or expressing a vision of the future: futuristic decor.b. Being ahead of the times; innovative or revolutionary: futuristic computer software.
- Of or relating to futurism.
Related Forms:
- fu′tur·is′ti·cal·ly
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Adjective
(comparative more futuristic, superlative most futuristic)
- Of technology, a concept, etc, advanced so far beyond that which is current as to appear to be from the future.
Origin
From future + -istic.
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Sentence Examples
- "V" is a masked man on a double quest: he seeks revenge for his own tortured past; and he wants to overturn the futuristic totalitarian British government through the combined power of chaos and the will of the people.
- Impulsion: Housed in the "Others" category, Impulsion, a futuristic frame that almost looks like a mask for the eyes that's been made out of lasers, is available for purchase in the colors of black, blue and even yellow.
- Timex Men's Expedition Adventure Tech Altimeter Barometer Watch (Model T41531) - The Timex Men's Expedition Adventure Tech Altimeter Barometer Watch has futuristic styling with a distinctive gray and orange band.
- It is often said that art mimics life, but in the case of robots, it seems life mimics art as the robotics of today try to catch up with the futuristic renditions available to generations of sci-fi enthusiasts.
- One will notice; however, that while English is the most commonly spoken language, a bit of Chinese has been slipped into the dialog, giving this vision of futuristic civilization a more "lived in" feeling.
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Words near futuristic in the dictionary
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