Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Precedes.
Precedes - as a verb
Be earlier in time; go back further
Example: "Stone tools precede bronze tools"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
antecede11antedate9forego10forgo9predate10Come before
Example: "Most english adjectives precede the noun they modify"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
predate10Be the predecessor of
Example: "Bill preceded john in the long line of susan's husbands"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
come beforeAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
succeed12Move ahead (of others) in time or space
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lead5Hypernyms (Closely Related)
go3locomote12move9travel9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
follow12Example Sentences
"The appetizer precedes the main course in a traditional dinner."
"I always read the introduction that precedes each chapter."
"A period of rain usually precedes a rainbow."
"An understanding of basic math principles precedes higher-level mathematics."
"Her reputation precedes her, as she is known for her exceptional talent."
Word Game Points
Is PRECEDES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, precedes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRECEDES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PRECEDES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, precedes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRECEDES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is PRECEDES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, precedes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRECEDES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
