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Anterior

Verb / æˈntɪri:ɜ: / Another word for anterior — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Anterior means situated before or at the front of something.

Synonyms & similar words

fronttooth prior posterior front forward preceding prior former previous proceeding frontal antecedent preliminary introductory early advance head foremost leading initial first beginning primary

Synonyms by register

Formal

frontal fore forward preceding

Literary

foremost vanward

Antonyms

posterior back rear hind dorsal caudal

Common collocations

  • anterior pituitary
  • anterior cruciate ligament
  • anterior chamber
  • anterior view
  • anterior segment
  • anterior teeth
  • anterior fontanelle

Word family

noun anteriority
adjective anterior

Usage note

Primarily used in anatomical and medical contexts to denote the front or forward part of a structure. Less commonly used in general conversation.

Example sentences

  1. The anterior part of the car was damaged in the accident.
  2. The anterior teeth are the front teeth in your mouth.
  3. The anterior lobe of the brain controls movement.
  4. The anterior door of the house is where visitors enter.
  5. The anterior leaflet of the mitral valve is more prone to prolapse.

Quotes

  • The anterior teeth are usually the most visible when you smile.
  • The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the most commonly injured ligaments in the knee.
  • The anterior chamber of the eye is filled with a watery fluid called aqueous humor.

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