Synonyms of in advance

in advance

phrase

as in before

so as to precede something in order of time

The cooks prepared their ingredients in advance.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• before
• earlier
• already
• ahead
• early
• previously
• first
• now
• formerly
• beforehand
• anteriorly
• soon
• preliminarily
• antecedently
• a priori
• first off
• prematurely
• shortly
• presently
• before long
• erelong

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• later
• after
• afterward
• next
• behind
• subsequently
• by and by

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of in advance

Begin positioning yourself six to 12 months in advance by building relationships, gaining relevant experience, developing your personal brand and growing your skills. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

The pop star and the Eternity actor recently tied the knot in an elegant ceremony in Sicily at the historic Villa Valguarnera near Palermo on June 6, after officially marrying in London’s Marylebone Town Hall in advance. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026

West Suburban and Weiss closed owing the state more than $104 million in advance payments as well as unpaid hospital assessment taxes and penalties. — Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026

How to Support Cognitive Health in Retirement Planning for life after retirement in advance can also pay dividends. — Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 3 Aug. 2026