1. extending forward in time; relating to the future or anticipation
Usage: philosophical; technical

Examples

• The philosopher discussed protensive consciousness and our awareness of future possibilities.
• Her protensive thinking helped her plan effectively for upcoming challenges.
• The study examined protensive memory and how we anticipate future events.
• Protensive awareness allows us to prepare for what lies ahead.
• The concept of protensive time relates to our forward-looking mental processes.