click below
click below
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Lessons 7 and 8
A stack by Will Skelton
Term | Definition |
---|---|
antebellum | of a period before a war, especially the american Civil war. |
antecedent | A thing or event that precedes |
anterior | Coming before in position or time |
avant-garde | ahead of the times, especially in the arts. |
vanguard | The foremost position, especially of an army or fleet. |
precept | A command; a rule of conduct |
predestination | The belief that what happens in human life has already been determined by some higher power. |
preempt | To take possession of something before anyone else can do so. |
premonition | A warning in advance |
preposterous | Absurd; contrary to nature or reason |
pretentious | Showy; pompous; claiming unjustified distinction |
premier | First in time or importance. |
primate | An archbishop or bishop who ranks highest among others. |
prime | First in rank, excellence, quality, importance, or time. |
primeval | Belonging to the first ages; ancient. |
primordial | primeval; original; fundamental. |
posterior | Situated behind or at the back. |
posterity | Future generations. |
posthumous | occurring or continuing after death, especially a work published after the author's death or a child born after the father's death. |