preterit Synonyms & Antonyms
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Common synonyms for preterit are bygone and foregone.
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Preterit as a Noun
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Alternative form of preterite.
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(grammar) The preterite tense, simple past tense: the grammatical tense that determines the specific initiation or termination of an action in the past.
Preterit as an Adjective
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Alternative form of preterite.
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(grammar, of a tense) showing an action at a determined moment in the past.
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Word Forms & Grammar
preterit (plural preterits)
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Quick Facts About Preterit
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Alternative form of preterite |
| Synonyms | bygone and foregone |
| Plural | preterits |