Antecede: meaning, definitions and examples

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antecede

[ˌan.təˈsiːd ]

Definition

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To antecede means to come before something else in time or order. It is often used in legal or formal contexts.

come before, lead up to, precede.

Word	Description / Examples
antecede	Rarely used in modern English, typically found in academic texts. It is interchangeable with 'precede' but less common. The cultural traditions that antecede the colonial period are fascinating Geological formations that antecede human history provide valuable information
precede	Commonly used to describe something that comes before another in a sequence or process. It can be used in both formal and informal settings. The introduction will precede the main body of the report A sudden loud noise preceded the explosion
come before	An informal way to describe something that happens earlier than another event, often used in everyday conversations. Your health should come before your job The appetizer will come before the main course
lead up to	Often used to describe a series of events or actions that gradually result in a particular event. It can be used in both spoken and written language. All the preparations led up to the grand opening of the store Tensions in the region led up to the war

The meeting will antecede the conference by two days.
The contract stipulates that the payment must antecede the delivery of the goods.

The word 'antecede' comes from Latin roots: 'ante' meaning 'before' and 'cedere' meaning 'to go'.
It entered the English language in the early 17th century, reflecting the influence of Latin on scholarly vocabulary.
In grammar, the term is often used to describe how one word or phrase comes before another in a sentence.

In literature, authors often use antecedent events to set the stage for the main action, helping readers understand context.
Many classic stories have prologues that antecede the main plot, providing background and character motivation.
The use of flashback is a common narrative technique where actions that antecede the current timeline are explored for emotional depth.

Major historical events often have antecedent causes that help explain why things happened, like the events preceding a revolution.
In American history, the Antebellum period refers to the time before the Civil War, marked by significant social and economic changes.
Scholars study antecedent motivations of historical figures to understand their decisions and actions.

In scientific research, establishing antecedent variables is crucial for understanding cause and effect in studies.
The concept plays a role in evolutionary biology, where ancestral traits are seen as antecedent to current species characteristics.
In psychology, theories often examine antecedent conditions that lead to certain behaviors or reactions.

Many movie sequels have antecedent films that lay the groundwork for the story continuation.
Popular songs often reference antecedent life experiences, setting a background for the emotions conveyed in the lyrics.
Television shows sometimes have prequels that introduce characters and events that antecede the main series.

Translations of the word "antecede" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anteceder

🇮🇳 पूर्ववर्ती होना

🇩🇪 vorausgehen

🇮🇩 mendahului

🇺🇦 передувати

🇵🇱 poprzedzać

🇯🇵 先行する (せんこうする)

🇫🇷 précéder

🇪🇸 anteceder

🇹🇷 önce gelmek

🇰🇷 앞서다

🇸🇦 سبق

🇨🇿 předcházet

🇸🇰 predchádzať

🇨🇳 先于 (xiān yú)

🇸🇮 predhoditi

🇮🇸 á undan

🇰🇿 алдын ала болу

🇬🇪 წინ უსწრებდა

🇦🇿 öncə gəlmək

🇲🇽 anteceder