precursor Synonyms & Antonyms
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Precursor as a Noun
That which precurses: a forerunner, predecessor, or indicator of approaching events.
One of the compounds that participates in the chemical reaction that produces another compound.
Precursor as an Adjective
Caused by the following symbol.
Word Forms & Grammar
precursor (plural precursors)
precursor (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Precursor
Origin of Precursor
Origin 1: Inherited from Middle English precursour, from Middle French precurseur or its etymon Latin praecursor (“forerunner”).[1] By surface analysis, precurse + -or.
Origin 2: From pre- + cursor.
Precursor at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /pɹɪˈkɜː.sə/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Meaning | That which precurses: a forerunner, predecessor, or indicator of approaching events |
| Antonyms | postcursor |
| Plural | precursors |
Pronouncing Precursor
Precursor is pronounced /pɹɪˈkɜː.sə/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (kɜː).
Quick Answers About Precursor
Is precursor a noun or an adjective?
Precursor is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the opposite of precursor?
The opposite of precursor is postcursor.
What is the plural of precursor?
The plural of precursor is precursors.