precede Antonyms
Meaning of precede
precede (v)
be earlier in time; go back further
come before
be the predecessor of
move ahead (of others) in time or space
furnish with a preface or introduction
precede Sentence Examples
- The preamble precedes the articles in the constitution.
- A loud crash preceded the earthquake.
- The introduction precedes the main text of the book.
- A fever often precedes the onset of an illness.
- The ringing of the bell precedes the start of class.
- A period of training precedes the taking on of new responsibilities.
- A change in the weather often precedes a storm.
- The signing of a contract precedes the commencement of work.
- A loud clap of thunder preceded the lightning strike.
- A sense of unease precedes important events.
FAQs About the word precede
be earlier in time; go back further, come before, be the predecessor of, move ahead (of others) in time or space, furnish with a preface or introduction
predate,antedate, forego,antecede, preexist
follow, follow, succeed, succeed,postdate, postdate,
The preamble precedes the articles in the constitution.
A loud crash preceded the earthquake.
The introduction precedes the main text of the book.
A fever often precedes the onset of an illness.
