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(pre-cedes) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to come before something in time or order; to go in advance of.

Example Sentence

The chapter that precedes this one provides important background information.

More Example Sentences

In the sequence of events, the storm precedes the calm that follows.

Synonyms

comes before; anticipates; foreruns

Antonyms

follows; succeeds; trails

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