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precede Synonyms

Another word for precede

Choosing another word for precede depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To come before something in time, order, or position.

Usage Example

"A brief reception will antedate the formal dinner this evening."

Strongest
antedate
predate
Strong
forerun
lead
herald
usher in

• verb (Context 2)

To go in front of or ahead of someone.

Usage Example

"She gestured politely for the guests to lead her into the dining hall."

Strong
lead
head

• verb (Context 3)

To preface or introduce something with a preliminary remark or action.

Usage Example

"The professor decided to preface his lecture with a short announcement about the upcoming exam."

Strongest
preface
introduce
Strong
prefix
open

Opposites of precede

The opposite of precede shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

follow
succeed
conclude
trail
postdate
close
ensue
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• Nearby Words

precast
precaution
precautionary
precede
precedence
precedent
precedented

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Precede. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/precede
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