preceding

[ pri-see-ding ]

adjective

1. that precedes; previous:

   Refer back to the footnote on the preceding page.

   Synonyms: former, prior, foregoing

   Antonyms: following, succeeding

preceding

/ prɪˈsiːdɪŋ /

adjective

1. prenominal going or coming before; former

Word History and Origins

Origin of preceding¹

First recorded in 1485–95; precede + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Oxfordshire coroner Nicholas Graham said Mr Rogers had been "ostracised" in the preceding days after a woman expressed discomfort about a sexual encounter between the pair.

From BBC

In the days preceding his retirement, Justice Chandrachud addressed some of the criticism in interactions with the media.

From BBC

Despite having an automated top-up account to cover the crossing fee, Rachel, who lives in Hornchurch, received six penalty notices in the preceding months.

From BBC

Although Trump’s claim had gained credence in right-wing social-media circles in the days preceding the debate, Muir noted that ABC News had consulted the city manager of Springfield, Ohio, who attested that “there have been no credible reports of specific claims of pets being harmed, injured or abused by individuals within the immigrant community.”

From Slate

In the days preceding the World Series, we were pummeled with references to the rivalry between the Dodgers and New York Yankees.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• introductory
• previous
• prior