preceded

[ pri-see-did ]

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of precede.

Other Words From

• un·pre·ced·ed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of preceded¹

First recorded in 1400–50; preced(e) ( def ) + -ed ¹( def ) for simple past tense; preced(e) ( def ) + -ed ²( def ) for past participle

Example Sentences

Rather surprisingly, the obligatory face-to-face between Tyson and Paul ended without any drama, but there was already enough of that in the hour and half that preceded it.

From BBC

But this is preceded by perimenopause, a phase of gradual decline in reproductive hormones that can last from anywhere between two to 10 years.

From BBC

Importantly, each one of those prior foundings was preceded by periods of crisis and conflict, many of which were much more violent and destructive than the one we’ve been in—so far; hopefully it stays that way.

From Slate

She appeared reticent, at times, with the traditions set out by first ladies that preceded her.

From BBC

The council vote on McDonnell was preceded by a fiery public comment period, which featured about 85 speakers split between supporters and detractors.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• anticipate
• foreshadow
• predate
• presage