Synonyms of prior to

prior to

preposition

as in before

earlier than

make sure all revisions are approved by the author prior to publication

Synonyms & Similar Words

• before
• previous to
• to
• ahead of
• in advance of
• of
• until
• till
• ere
• fore
• afore
• up to

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• after
• following
• since
• next
• next to

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of prior to

This can be a valuable strategy for clients who want to build their tax-free assets prior to retirement. — Monish Verma, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Attorneys for Obeng were unavailable for comment prior to publication. — Ilana Arougheti july 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

On the other hand, just prior to tipoff, ESPN, from their perch in a balcony above the court, was interviewing LeBron James agent Rich Paul, who was offering his latest thoughts on his client’s approach to NBA free agency. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2026

He was married twice prior to the series, having wed second wife Mara Corday in 1957 following his first wife’s 1955 death, per The New York Times. — Joyann Jeffrey, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026