Postdate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Postdate
Postdate (verb)
- to date with a date later than that of execution
- to assign (an event) to a date subsequent to that of actual occurrence
- to follow in time
Postdate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to come after in time
"the inscription at the base actually postdates the statue itself by a number of years"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Postdate
The most common words with a similar meaning to Postdate:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Postdate
Words with the opposite meaning of Postdate:
Word Forms of Postdate
Inflections: postdated, postdating, postdates
Origin & Etymology of Postdate
First known use: 1624
Frequently Asked Questions about Postdate
What does "Postdate" mean?
"Postdate" means to date with a date later than that of execution. As a verb, it is defined as: to date with a date later than that of execution.
What is another word for "Postdate"?
Other words for "Postdate" include follow, succeed and supervene. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Postdate" you intend.
What is the opposite of "Postdate"?
Antonyms of "Postdate" include antedate, precede and predate.
How do you use "Postdate" in a sentence?
Examples of "Postdate" in a sentence: "the inscription at the base actually postdates the statue itself by a number of years".
Is "Postdate" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Postdate" is a verb.
How do you pronounce "Postdate"?
"Postdate" is pronounced /ˌpōs(t)-ˈdāt/ and divided into syllables as post·date.
What is the origin of the word "Postdate"?
First known use: 1624.
What is another word for "Postdate" meaning "to come after in time"?
When "Postdate" (verb) means to come after in time, synonyms include follow, succeed and supervene. Opposites in this sense include antedate, precede and predate.