Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Predate.
How to pronounce predate:
Def 1 UK
Def 1 US
Def 2 UK
Predate - as a verb
Prey on or hunt for
Example: "These mammals predate certain eggs"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prey9raven8Be earlier in time; go back further
Example: "Stone tools precede bronze tools"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
antecede11antedate9forego10forgo9precede12Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
postdate11Come before
Example: "Most english adjectives precede the noun they modify"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
precede12Establish something as being earlier relative to something else
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
antedate9foredate12Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
postdate11Predate - as a noun
A publication, such as a newspaper or magazine, that is issued with a printed date later than the date of issue.
Example Sentences
"The discovery of fossilized footprints predates the existence of dinosaurs."
"The origins of this ancient art form can be predated to the 12th century."
"The settlement of this region predates the establishment of the nearby city."
"The use of stone tools predates the development of metal ones."
"The construction of these ancient temples predates recorded history."
Word Game Points
Is PREDATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, predate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PREDATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is PREDATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, predate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPREDATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is PREDATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, predate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPREDATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
