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PRECEDING

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Preceding.

How to pronounce preceding:

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Preceding - as an adjective

Existing or coming before

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
succeeding16

Preceding - as an adjective satellite

Of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office

Example: "A retiring member of the board"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
past6retiring9

Preceding - as a verb

To go before, go in front of.

Example: "Cultural genocide precedes physical genocide."

To cause to be preceded; to preface; to introduce.

To have higher rank than (someone or something else).

Example Sentences

"I couldn't find any preceding records of such a phenomenon."
"Before reading the current chapter, I recommend reviewing the preceding chapters."
"The preceding year's sales figures exceeded our expectations."
"She looked exhausted due to the events of the preceding night."
"The court has to consider the preceding evidence before making a decision."
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Word Game Points

Is PRECEDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, preceding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PRECEDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PRECEDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preceding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRECEDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PRECEDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preceding is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRECEDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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