predate

[pree-deyt] / ˈpriˈdeɪt /

VERB

precede

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anticipate foreshadow outrank presage

STRONG

antecede antedate guide harbinger head herald introduce lead 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

Example Sentences

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The Dow might have all the unusual markings of an index that predates computers, cable news and even the existence of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

From The Wall Street Journal

But Mr. Polito reserves all his negativity for the period that predates his study.

From The Wall Street Journal

Older residents dispute this, saying the settlement predates modern Lagos, and they have what they call a customary right to it.

From BBC

Tiger Global said its Flipkart investments predated the change and, therefore, qualified for the exemption.

From BBC

Haute Couture predates ready-to-wear fashion, which is industrially produced clothing in large quantities.

From Barron's

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