Basic Details
Word: Preceded
Part of Speech: Verb (past tense of precede)
Meaning: To come before something in time or order.
Synonyms: Led, forerun, came before
Antonyms: Followed, succeeded
Idioms and Phrases
- Preceded by a cloud of suspicion: Refers to a situation where someone is being doubted or suspected before a statement or action. Example: "His arrival was preceded by a cloud of suspicion after the incident."
- Preceded the pack: To be ahead of others in terms of action or achievement. Example: "She always precedes the pack when it comes to innovative ideas."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The loud announcement preceded the start of the school assembly.
Example 2: The beautiful sunrise was preceded by a calm and quiet night.
Example 3: He preceded his speech with a heartfelt story that captured everyone's attention.
Fun Fact
The word "precede" comes from the Latin verb "praecedere," which means "to go before." It reflects the concept of something leading or coming before another event.
Famous Quote
"The past cannot be changed, the future is yet in your power." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "preceded" mean?
a) To come after
b) To come before
c) To happen at the same time
d) To end a situation
Answer: b) To come before
2. Which of these is a synonym of "preceded"?
a) Followed
b) Forerun
c) Joined
d) Finished
Answer: b) Forerun
3. What is the antonym of "preceded"?
a) Succeeded
b) Came before
c) Led
d) Forerun
Answer: a) Succeeded
4. Which sentence uses "preceded" correctly?
a) The decision was preceded by careful consideration.
b) The flowers preceded in the garden.
c) Each player preceded the music.
d) The children preceded to the playground.
Answer: a) The decision was preceded by careful consideration.
5. Which idiom means the same as "preceded"?
a) Follow in someone's footsteps
b) Preceded by a cloud of suspicion
c) A step back in time
d) A head start
Answer: d) A head start
