What does preceding mean?
Preceding means Occurring before or in front of something else, in time, place, rank or sequence..
Preceding
/pɹɪˈsiːdɪŋ/ · adjective
Meaning
Occurring before or in front of something else, in time, place, rank or sequence..
Definitions by Sense
- Occurring before or in front of something else, in time, place, rank or sequence.
- present participle and gerund of precede
Example Sentences
On the preceding Monday Shobana had gone on vacation.
Synonyms for preceding
Antonyms for preceding
Related Words
Word Forms
- præceding
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for preceding?
Common synonyms include prevenient, antecedent, anterior, ante.
What is the opposite of preceding?
Possible antonyms include succeeding, subsequent.
How do you use preceding in a sentence?
On the preceding Monday Shobana had gone on vacation.
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