antedate
/ˈæntiˌdeɪt/
Group 16Difficulty 3/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To precede in time; to come before GRE
Example in Context
Archaeological evidence suggests that the settlement antedates the commonly accepted founding of the civilization by several centuries.
Synonyms
predateprecedecome before
Etymology
Literally means 'given before', indicating something that precedes.
- ante- (Latin) — before
- datum (Latin) — given
Memory Aid
👩🦳Sounds like “auntie-date”
Imagine your AUNTIE showing up to a dinner DATE that happened LAST WEEK — she always ANTEDATES the fun!
Visual Association
⏳An hourglass with sand flowing backward, indicating time moving in reverse.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “antedate” mean on the GRE?
antedate (verb) means “To precede in time; to come before”. Archaeological evidence suggests that the settlement antedates the commonly accepted founding of the civilization by several centuries.
How to remember “antedate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “antedate” sounds like “auntie-date”. Imagine your AUNTIE showing up to a dinner DATE that happened LAST WEEK — she always ANTEDATES the fun!
What are synonyms for “antedate”?
Common synonyms: predate, precede, come before.