Synonyms of preceded

preceded

verb

past tense of precede

as in predated

to go or come before in time

there are two speeches which will precede yours

Synonyms & Similar Words

• predated
• antedated
• forewent
• preexisted
• anteceded

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• followed
• succeeded
• postdated

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of preceded

However, that promise of longer-term gains often is preceded by short- and medium-term pain. — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 28 July 2026

The fair’s opening will be preceded by a preview gala on November 12, organized in partnership with the Whitney Museum of American Art to benefit the museum’s education and artistic programs. — News Desk, Artforum, 27 July 2026

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Parton, his parents and four brothers, including singer Randy Parton. — Robin Gibson, USA Today, 27 July 2026

However, his Week 15 ACL and meniscus tear directly preceded the team's winless finish. — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Coy was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Parton, and is survived by his daughters, Chris and Jennifer Parton. — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026

Rusty had preceded Mookie (and even Lee Mazzilli) as a Met, having come to the team for the first time in 1972. — New York Daily News, 26 July 2026

Maxey has Paul as his agent, and thus had a relationship with James that preceded James’ decision to leave the Lakers and finish his career elsewhere. — David Aldridge, New York Times, 25 July 2026

Mayo played in one of the Hawks’ three games in the Salt Lake City summer league, which preceded the games in Vegas. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026