Predecessor - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
- something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone (syn: forerunner, harbinger, herald, precursor)
Extra examples
Today's computers are much faster than their predecessors were.
...the once-ubiquitous typewriter was the predecessor of today's electronic keyboard...
Kennedy's predecessor as president was the war hero Dwight Eisenhower.
The new BMW has a more powerful engine than its predecessor.
His policies are far different from those of his predecessor.
He invoked the memory of his predecessor.
...the new administration seems intent on disannulling every social program instituted by its predecessor...
He hopes to emulate the success of his predecessor.
He does not consider himself bound by agreement wich was signed by his predecessor.
This engine is more responsive and sweet than its predecessor.
He tracks better with reporters than did his phlegmatic predecessor. (Newsweek)
Word forms
singular: predecessor
plural: predecessors
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