antecedents

Meanings

• noun

  Something that comes before and sets the context for subsequent events, ideas, or concepts.

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Antonyms

anaphor , consequent , succedent

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Synonyms

ascendant , ascendent , forebear , forefather , forerunner , predecessor , progenitor , precedent , precursor

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with antecedents
precedents , recidivists , cedents

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Variants

List of all variants of antecedents that leads to same result
antecedent , antecedents

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin 'antecedentia', meaning 'preceding in time'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'antecedent' is often used in philosophy and logic to refer to the premises or assumptions that lead to a conclusion.

2. In genetics, an antecedent is a genetic factor that increases the risk of a particular condition or disease.

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Related Concepts

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1. precedents: Similar concept, but refers to a previous decision or ruling that is used as a guide for making future decisions.

2. causes: The antecedent conditions or events that lead to a particular effect or outcome.

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Culture

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Antecedents have been used extensively in various fields such as history, literature, and law. In history, antecedents refer to the causes or origins of historical events or phenomena. In literature, they can refer to the background or context of a character or story. In law, antecedents refer to prior transactions or events that may have an impact on the current case.

How to Memorize "antecedents"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a timeline with antecedents at the beginning, setting the context for the events that follow.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'antecedents' with the idea of 'coming before' or 'setting the context'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'An Apple Before Everything' to remember the meaning of antecedents.

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