foregoing
/ˈfɔːɡəʊɪŋ/ · /ˈfɔːrɡoʊɪŋ/
CEFR level C2Topic EducationWord #7072 in the learning path
前述的；上述的
Definitions
adj. Mentioned or presented earlier in a piece of writing.
前述的；上述的
Example
The foregoing advice helped me fix my bike.
前面提到的建议帮我修好了自行车。
The foregoing analysis suggests that investment in early education can reduce social inequality over time.
上述分析表明，对早期教育的投资能逐步减少社会不平等。
Collocations
- the foregoing discussion
- the foregoing analysis
- the foregoing remarks
Synonyms
- preceding
- aforementioned
Antonyms
- following
Usage tip
正式书面语，常用the foregoing修饰名词。
FAQ
- What does foregoing mean?
- Mentioned or presented earlier in a piece of writing.
- How is foregoing pronounced?
- UK /ˈfɔːɡəʊɪŋ/, US /ˈfɔːrɡoʊɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
