Synonyms of foregoing

foregoing 1 of 2

adjective

fȯr-ˈgō-iŋ 

1

as in previous

going before another in time or order

your foregoing statement contradicts your latest one

Synonyms & Similar Words

• previous
• preceding
• earliest
• precedent
• prior
• early
• former
• initial
• antecedent
• original
• anterior
• first
• preliminary
• premature
• advance
• introductory
• preexisting
• pioneer
• inaugural
• maiden
• erstwhile
• whilom

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• following
• subsequent
• later
• ensuing
• succeeding
• after
• posterior
• late
• latter
• last
• advanced
• final
• latest
• concluding
• ultimate
• terminal
• closing

2

as in aforementioned

mentioned previously

for the foregoing reasons, I believe that we have no choice but to deliver a guilty verdict

Synonyms & Similar Words

• aforementioned
• above
• aforesaid
• said
• preceding
• such
• forenamed
• precedent
• preliminary
• former
• prior
• antecedent
• introductory
• erstwhile
• anterior
• whilom

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• following
• subsequent
• below
• succeeding
• ensuing

foregoing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of forego

as in preceding

to go or come before in time

if the sparse crowds are any indication of the public's interest in the presidential candidate, then his reputation obviously foregoes him

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preceding
• preexisting
• antedating
• predating
• anteceding

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• following
• succeeding
• postdating

Synonym Chooser

How is the word foregoing distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of foregoing are antecedent, anterior, former, preceding, previous, and prior. While all these words mean "being before," foregoing applies chiefly to statements.

the foregoing remarks

When would antecedent be a good substitute for foregoing?

While in some cases nearly identical to foregoing, antecedent applies to order in time and may suggest a causal relation.

conditions antecedent to the revolution

When is anterior a more appropriate choice than foregoing?

The synonyms anterior and foregoing are sometimes interchangeable, but anterior applies to position before or ahead of usually in space, sometimes in time or order.

the anterior lobe of the brain

When might former be a better fit than foregoing?

The words former and foregoing can be used in similar contexts, but former implies always a definite comparison or contrast with something that is latter.

the former name of the company

When is it sensible to use preceding instead of foregoing?

The meanings of preceding and foregoing largely overlap; however, preceding usually implies being immediately before in time or in place.

the preceding sentence

How are the words previous and prior related as synonyms of foregoing?

Both previous and prior imply existing or occurring earlier, but prior often adds an implication of greater importance.

a child from a previous marriage

a prior obligation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of foregoing

Adjective

As seen, in all of the foregoing 20-year periods surveyed, the stock index possessed average annual returns exceeding that of the rate of inflation. — Dan Cupkovic, Forbes, 16 June 2022

The daily average is also now a significant undercount, with most people testing positive on rapid tests that go unreported or foregoing testing altogether. — Julie Mazziotta, PEOPLE.com, 31 May 2022

Verb

This refers to foregoing traditional prenatal appointments, screenings, and other medical care throughout the entire pregnancy. — Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026

During Manhattanhenge, thousands of people gather in the streets, blocking traffic and foregoing other responsibilities to take some time to experience the event together. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 1 June 2026