preceded Meaning & Definition
What Does Preceded Mean?
Preceded is a verb that means to surpass in rank, dignity, or importance. It can also mean to be, go, or come ahead or in front of.
Preceded at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /pri-ˈsēd/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | anteceded, antedated and forewent |
| Antonyms | followed, postdated and succeeded |
Preceded Definition (Verb)
- to surpass in rank, dignity, or importance
- to be, go, or come ahead or in front of
- to be earlier than
- to cause to be preceded : preface
- to go or come before
Synonyms of Preceded
Preceded synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Preceded
Preceded in a Sentence
Cultural genocide precedes physical genocide.
there are two speeches which will precede yours
Word Forms & Grammar
pre·ced·ed
pre·ced·ing
precede
preceded
precedes
preceding
Words That Rhyme With Preceded
Origin of Preceded
Middle English preceden, borrowed from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French preceder, borrowed from Latin praecēdere "to go in front (of), occur at an earlier time (than), come before, be superior (to), excel, surpass," from prae- pre- + cēdere "to go, move away, withdraw, yield" cede
First Known Use
15th centuryt
Preceded Pronunciation
Preceded is pronounced /pri-ˈsēd/ and has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (sēd).
Preceded: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is preceded?
Preceded is a verb.
What is another word for preceded?
Words with a similar meaning to preceded include anteceded, antedated and forewent. See the full list of preceded synonyms and antonyms.