antevenient

/ˌæntɪˈvɛnɪənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

occurring or done before a person’s arrival or presence

“The doctor’s diagnosis of the patient’s symptoms was antevenient, taking into account the patient’s medical history.”

2. noun

a state or action that occurs before a person’s arrival or presence

“The antevenient weather forecast warned of heavy rain, advising travelers to take an alternate route.”

Synonyms

  • foregoing
  • prevenient

Antonyms

  • postvenient
  • subsequent