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Roots Lesson 7 (HON)
Honors Vocab Lesson 7
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| ante (root) | before |
| pre (root) | before |
| 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 or leaders of a movement. |
| precept | a command; a rule of conduct |
| predesitnation | The belief that what happens in human life has already been determined by a higher power. |
| preempt | To take possession of something before anyone else. |
| premonition | A warning in advance. |
| preposterous | Absurd; contrary to nature or reason. |
| pretentious | Showy; pompous; claiming unjustified distinction. |