Synonyms for

Predate

Verb / pri:ˈdeɪt / / ˈpri:ˈdeɪt / Another word for predate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to exist or happen before something else; to come before in time

Synonyms & similar words

prey postdate foredate antecede forgo precede antedate forego raven antecede forerun precede anticipate foreshadow presage forego preexist antecedent forebear predecessor ancestor forefather primogenitor antedate foredate seriate

Example sentences

  1. The pyramids predate the Roman Empire.
  2. My grandparents' wedding predated the use of smartphones.
  3. The invention of the wheel predates written history.
  4. The discovery of fire predates modern civilization.
  5. The plant's existence predates the arrival of humans in this area.

Quotes

  • The idea of colonialism, which predated the capitalist idea, did not become capitalist until applied to non-European peoples.
  • The notion of religious liberty is that you cannot be forced to participate in a religious ceremony that's not of your choosing simply because you're outvoted.
  • I think the failure of the liberal establishment is that it has never been able to find a moral language to justify its politics.

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