Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

precedently

Adverb
/prɪˈsiːdəntli/
Definition
In a manner that precedes something; earlier or prior.
Examples
  • The project was approved precedently, allowing for a smoother implementation.
  • She precedently addressed the concerns before the main discussion began.
  • In legal terms, the case was precedently cited in several rulings.
Meaning
The term ‘precedently’ refers to actions or events that take place before a particular point in time or in relation to another event.
Synonyms
  • Previously
  • Earlier
  • Prior
  • Beforehand