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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. |