preceding
/pri:'si:diɳ/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Existing, occurring, or coming before in time, order, or place: Refers to something that is prior or previous to something else.
- In a position or sequence immediately before: Specifically indicates the one directly before the current point of reference.
Usage
- The adjective "preceding" is used to describe a noun. It typically comes before the noun it modifies (e.g., "the preceding chapter") but can also follow a linking verb (e.g., "The events were preceding").
- It is a formal term commonly used in written and academic contexts to establish chronological or logical order.
Examples
- Before a noun:
- Please review the preceding paragraph for context.
- The preceding year was marked by significant economic growth.
- After a linking verb:
- All the arguments preceding were based on outdated data. (Note: In this participial use, it functions similarly to an adjective.)
Advanced Usage
- "As mentioned in the preceding...": A common phrase used in formal writing to refer back to a previous point.
- As mentioned in the preceding section, the methodology has three phases.
- In legal or official documents: Used to refer to prior clauses, articles, or items.
- The terms outlined in the preceding clause shall remain in effect.
Variants and Related Words
- Precede (verb): To come before something in time, order, or position.
- The appetizer will precede the main course.
- Precedence (noun): The condition of being considered more important than something else; priority.
- Safety must take precedence over speed.
- Precedent (noun): An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide for subsequent situations.
- The court's ruling set a legal precedent.
Synonyms
- Previous: Existing or occurring before in time or order.
- Prior: Existing or coming before in time, order, or importance.
- Foregoing: Previously stated or written.
- Antecedent: A thing or event that existed before or logically precedes another.
Antonyms
- Following: Coming after or as a result of.
- Subsequent: Occurring or coming after something else.
- Succeeding: Coming after something in time; subsequent.
Phrases and Collocations
- The preceding day/night/week: The day/night/week immediately before.
- He had arrived the preceding night.
- Immediately preceding: Directly or right before.
- The month immediately preceding the audit showed irregularities.
Adjective
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of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office
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a retiring member of the board
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existing or coming before
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