Cool MateMeaning of Predecessor
In simple words: A person or thing that came before something else.
Predecessor in a sentence
- The new president reversed many of the policies of his predecessor.
- her immediate predecessor in the post
- my predecessor at the Ministry of Defence
- This computer has a larger memory than its predecessor.
How to use Predecessor
Used to refer to someone or something that existed or was in a position before another. It's suitable for formal contexts, such as discussions about history or job roles, but may not be common in everyday conversation.
Grammar pattern
predecessor + of + noun
Memory hint
Sounds like 'pre-deceded' — think of someone who led before!
Related words
Collocations with Predecessor
- predecessor of
- direct predecessor
- historical predecessor
Synonyms for Predecessor
- forerunner
- antecedent
- ancestor
- precurser
Opposites of Predecessor
Common mistakes with Predecessor
- Confused with 'successor', which refers to who comes after.
- Using 'predecessor' in informal contexts where it's not needed.
- Incorrectly pluralizing as 'predecessors' when referring to one individual.
Predecessor appears in
Predecessor in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
سلف
شخص أو شيء جاء قبل شيء آخر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
পূর্বসূরী
এমন কোনো ব্যক্তি বা জিনিস যা অন্য কিছুর আগে এসেছে।
- GermanDeutsch
Vorgänger
Eine Person oder Sache, die vor etwas anderem da war.
- SpanishEspañol
Predecesor
Alguien o algo que vino antes que otra persona o cosa.
- Persianفارسی
سلف، پیشین
شخص یا چیزی که قبل از چیز دیگری وجود داشته است.
- FrenchFrançais
Prédécesseur
Une personne ou une chose qui est venue avant quelque chose d'autre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
पूर्ववर्ती
कोई व्यक्ति या चीज़ जो किसी और चीज़ से पहले आई हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Predecessore
Una persona o cosa che è venuta prima di qualcos'altro.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Predecessor
Alguém ou algo que veio antes de outra coisa.
- RussianРусский
Предшественник
Человек или вещь, которая была до чего-то другого.
- Urduاردو
ماقبل، پیشرو
کوئی شخص یا چیز جو کسی دوسری چیز سے پہلے آئی ہو۔
- Chinese中文
前任, 前身
在某人或某物之前出现的人或事物。
More words like Predecessor
- Ancestor
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Predecessor
What does Predecessor mean?
A person or thing that came before something else.
What is the definition of Predecessor?
a person who did a job before somebody else
How do you use Predecessor in a sentence?
The new president reversed many of the policies of his predecessor.
Can you give another example of Predecessor?
her immediate predecessor in the post
What are synonyms for Predecessor?
Common alternatives include forerunner, antecedent, ancestor, precurser.
What is the opposite of Predecessor?
Opposite meanings include successor.
What words go with Predecessor?
It commonly pairs with predecessor of, direct predecessor, historical predecessor.
What are common mistakes when using Predecessor?
Confused with 'successor', which refers to who comes after. Using 'predecessor' in informal contexts where it's not needed. Incorrectly pluralizing as 'predecessors' when referring to one individual.
How do you pronounce Predecessor?
US: /["/ˈpredəsesər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpriːdəsesə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Predecessor?
Used to refer to someone or something that existed or was in a position before another. It's suitable for formal contexts, such as discussions about history or job roles, but may not be common in everyday conversation.
What CEFR level is Predecessor?
"Predecessor" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.