preexisting

CEFRC1

/prˈiɪɡzɪstɪŋ/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Existing before a particular time or event.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    present participle and gerund of preexist

Examples

  • Since he did not fit within any preexisting religion, he decided to establish his own.

  • Insurance policies don't cover preexisting conditions.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Already in existence before something else.

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