precede
definition
to come before in time, order, or position
example
The rainy season typically precedes the dry season, affecting agricultural planning.
synonyms
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word origin — from the Latin 'praecedere', meaning 'to go before'
Set 154 · Study 1 / 5
Exitto come before in time, order, or position
The rainy season typically precedes the dry season, affecting agricultural planning.
Set 154 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: precede, convince, coincide, confuse, waive. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
to come before in time, order, or position
The rainy season typically precedes the dry season, affecting agricultural planning.
to persuade someone to do or believe something
She managed to convince her teammates to support her proposal for the new project.
to occur at the same time or occupy the same space
The two events will coincide during the conference next week, making it difficult for attendees to choose which to attend.
to mix up or fail to distinguish between two or more things
I always confuse the two similar-looking plants, thinking they are the same species.
to relinquish or give up a right or claim voluntarily
She decided to waive her right to an attorney during the questioning.