Prior to — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Prior to
Prior to (preposition)
- in advance of, before
Prior to (preposition) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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earlier than
"make sure all revisions are approved by the author prior to publication"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Prior to
The most common words with a similar meaning to Prior to:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Prior to
Words with the opposite meaning of Prior to:
Near Antonyms of Prior to
Origin & Etymology of Prior to
First known use: 1706
Frequently Asked Questions about Prior to
What does "Prior to" mean?
"Prior to" means in advance of, before. As a preposition, it is defined as: in advance of, before.
What is another word for "Prior to"?
Other words for "Prior to" include afore, ahead of, before, ere, fore, of, previous to and to. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Prior to" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Prior to"?
There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Prior to". Common alternatives include afore, ahead of, before, ere, fore, of, previous to, to and in advance of.
What is the opposite of "Prior to"?
Antonyms of "Prior to" include after and following. Near antonyms include next, next to and since.
How do you use "Prior to" in a sentence?
Examples of "Prior to" in a sentence: "make sure all revisions are approved by the author prior to publication".
Is "Prior to" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Prior to" is a preposition.
What is the origin of the word "Prior to"?
First known use: 1706.
What is another word for "Prior to" meaning "earlier than"?
When "Prior to" (preposition) means earlier than, synonyms include afore, ahead of, before, ere, fore and of. Opposites in this sense include after and following.