predecessor
/ˈpriːdɪsesə/ · /ˈpredəsesər/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #6308 in the learning path
前任
Definitions
n. Someone who held a particular position before another person.
前任
n. Something that existed before and was replaced by something similar.
前身；上一代产品
Example
My predecessor left some helpful notes in the desk.
我的前任在桌子里留下了一些有用的笔记。
The new transport system uses less energy than its predecessor while carrying substantially more passengers.
新的交通系统比其前身能耗更低，同时运载的乘客大幅增加。
Collocations
- an immediate predecessor
- a predecessor in office
- replace its predecessor
Synonyms
- forerunner
Antonyms
- successor
Usage tip
指某职位的前任或事物的前身，不泛指所有前辈。
FAQ
- What does predecessor mean?
- Someone who held a particular position before another person. Something that existed before and was replaced by something similar.
- How is predecessor pronounced?
- UK /ˈpriːdɪsesə/, US /ˈpredəsesər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
