Antedated — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈan-ti-ˌdāt/ an·te·date

Meaning & Definition of Antedated

Antedated (verb)

  1. to date as of a time prior to that of execution
  2. to assign to a date prior to that of actual occurrence
  3. anticipate

Antedated (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to go or come before in time

    "dinosaurs antedate humans by millions of years"

Related Entry: Antedate (verb)

Antedate is a different word from Antedated. The synonyms below are for antedate, not for antedated.

  1. to go or come before in time

    "dinosaurs antedate humans by millions of years"

    opposite: follow, postdate, succeed

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Antedated

The most common words with a similar meaning to Antedated:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Antedated

Words with the opposite meaning of Antedated:

Word Forms of Antedated

Inflections: antedating, antedates

Origin & Etymology of Antedated

First known use: 1568

Frequently Asked Questions about Antedated

What does "Antedated" mean?

"Antedated" means to date as of a time prior to that of execution. As a verb, it is defined as: to date as of a time prior to that of execution.

What is another word for "Antedated"?

Other words for "Antedated" include anteceded, forewent, preceded, predated and preexisted. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Antedated" you intend.

What is the opposite of "Antedated"?

Antonyms of "Antedated" include followed, postdated and succeeded.

How do you use "Antedated" in a sentence?

Examples of "Antedated" in a sentence: "dinosaurs antedate humans by millions of years".

Is "Antedated" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Antedated" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Antedated"?

"Antedated" is pronounced /ˈan-ti-ˌdāt/ and divided into syllables as an·te·date.

What is the origin of the word "Antedated"?

First known use: 1568.

What is another word for "Antedated" meaning "to go or come before in time"?

When "Antedated" (verb) means to go or come before in time, synonyms include anteceded, forewent, preceded, predated and preexisted. Opposites in this sense include followed, postdated and succeeded.