Antecedent
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British pronunciation/ˌæntɪsˈiːdənt/
American pronunciation/ˌænˈtɛsədənt/, /ˌæntɪˈsidənt/

Definiția și Sensul lui "antecedent"

Antecedent
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antecedent, predecesor

a preceding occurrence or cause or event
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antecedent, strămoș

someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)
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antecedent, cuvânt precedent

a word, phrase, or clause that is mentioned prior to a pronoun or anaphoric expression and to which the pronoun or anaphor refers

What is an "antecedent"?

An antecedent is a word or phrase that is referred to by a pronoun later in a sentence or discourse. It provides the meaning or context for the pronoun, helping to clarify who or what is being discussed. For example, in the sentence "The teacher assigned homework, and she explained the project," "the teacher" is the antecedent of the pronoun "she." Understanding antecedents is important for maintaining coherence in language, as it ensures that pronouns are clearly connected to their corresponding nouns, enhancing clarity in communication.

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antecedent, precedent

anything that precedes something similar in time
antecedent
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antecedent, predecesor

existing or occurring before something else
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Example
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Antecedent research provided the foundation for the new scientific discovery.
The antecedent events led to a significant shift in public opinion.
The antecedent conditions of the treaty set the stage for future negotiations.
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