prerequisite

Phonetic Respelling: [ pri-rek-wuh-zit, pree- ]

Definition:

adj. required beforehand usu. in preparation or as a basis for something else; n. something required beforehand.

Sentence:

Taking a foreign language is a prerequisite to graduate.

More example sentences:

Taking a foreign language is a prerequisite to graduate.

Hear it

The precalculus class was a prerequisite for the finance class.

Hear it

Synonyms:

necessary; called for; essential

Antonyms:

optional; unnecessary; voluntary

Prerequisite rhymes:

• Three Syllable Rhymes
  • requisite