preceded

[pri-see-did] / prɪˈsi dɪd /

VERB

go ahead of

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anticipate foreshadow predate presage

STRONG

antecede antedate guide harbinger head herald introduce lead outrank pace pioneer preexist preface rank scout time usher

WEAK

be ahead of come first forerun go before go in advance have a head start head up in space light the way pave the way ring in run ahead take precedence

Antonyms

STRONG

end finish follow obey

WEAK

go after

Example Sentences

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Little came to the Dodgers with a reputation that preceded him.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

That decision drew criticism from some industry watchdogs and Fed governor Michael Barr, who preceded Bowman.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

Three maternity reviews preceded Nottingham – in Morecambe Bay, in Shrewsbury and Telford, and in East Kent.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

It is not a perfect relationship, but instances where the 2-year yield crosses below or above the federal funds rate have historically preceded or coincided with turning points for monetary policy.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 19, 2026

And the sudden, strange darkness that had preceded their arrival?

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs