Synonyms of forewent

forewent

verb

past tense of forego

as in preceded

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

• preceded
• predated
• antedated
• anteceded
• preexisted

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• followed
• succeeded
• postdated

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of forewent

Known for disliking public attention, Souter even forewent a Washington funeral. — Ella Lee, The Hill, 22 Apr. 2026

Seventeen in 1941, Betty forewent college to serve in wartime as a Red Cross nurse’s aide. — John McPhee, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026

Williams forewent a necklace, instead accenting the look with a timeless gold watch and tiny gold brooch, which was fastened on the bodice of her dress. — Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2025