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Predates

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

Definition

To exist or occur before something else in time

Synonyms & similar words

antedate precede raven postdate prey predate forgo forego antecede foredate antecede precede forerun preexist antecedent forego foredate predate antecede antecede forego forerun preexist predate foredate antedate

Example sentences

  1. The dinosaur predates humans by millions of years.
  2. The history of this castle predates the invention of the printing press.
  3. The first Olympic games predates the birth of Jesus.
  4. The tradition of exchanging gifts predates Christianity.
  5. The use of fire predates the written word.

Quotes

  • The use of money predates recorded history.
  • The internet predates the web.
  • The desire to create is one of the deepest yearnings of the human soul. It predates civilization itself.

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