predecessor

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Learn the meaning of predecessor with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

predecessor

(noun)

Meaning

one who came before in rank

Example

"The predecessor of the current leader implemented many changes."

Synonyms

forerunnerancestorforebear

Antonyms

successor

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'praedecessorem', meaning one who goes before.
Related word forms
  • noun: predecessorship