precedent
/ˈpresɪdənt/
English C1 · AdvancednounSociety
precedent (noun) means an earlier event or decision used as a guide for later ones.
Persian: سابقه، رویهی قبلی
Meaning of precedent
| Word | precedent |
|---|---|
| Definition | an earlier event or decision used as a guide for later ones |
| Persian | سابقه، رویهی قبلی |
| Pronunciation | /ˈpresɪdənt/ |
| Part of speech | noun |
| Level | C1 (Advanced) |
Example sentence
The ruling sets a precedent for similar cases.
این حکم برای پروندههای مشابه سابقه ایجاد میکند.
Word forms of precedent
| Word class | Form |
|---|---|
| noun | precedent |
| adjective | unprecedented |
Common phrases with precedent
- set a precedent
- legal precedent
- without precedent
Related English words
autonomythe freedom to make your own decisions · C1consensusan opinion that all members of a group agree with · C1controversialcausing a lot of disagreement or argument · C1integrateto combine things so that they work together · C1legitimateallowed by law or acceptable as reasonable · C1stringentstrict and demanding careful following · C1warrantto be a good enough reason for something · C1circumstancea fact or condition connected with an event or situation · B2
Questions about precedent
What does precedent mean?
precedent (noun) means an earlier event or decision used as a guide for later ones.
What is the Persian meaning of precedent?
precedent means سابقه، رویهی قبلی in Persian.
What level is the word precedent?
precedent is a English C1 (advanced) word.
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