a noun that refers to something that came before another; a particular thing that existed earlier than another one being compared to it; synonyms are precursor, predecessor, or forerunner. No matter ...

In the two paragraphs below, some of the reference words are numbered and highlighted. They are also listed below their respective paragraphs. After reading the first paragraph, go to the list of ...

The judgment of a person deciding on a moral matter prior to acting on it. Antecedent conscience either commands or forbids, counsels or permits the performance of an act.