prelim

adjective

ˈprē-ˌlim How to pronounce prelim (audio)
Definition of prelimnext
as in preliminary
coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows a medical assistant had done all of the prelim work before the physician even walked into the examining room

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prelim
  1. preliminary
  2. preparatory
  3. introductory
Adjective
  • Biden concluded 2024 with 3,248 rules (again preliminary), compared to 3,018 in 2023.
    Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Czechia continues its chase for its first gold medal since 2001 with its final preliminary matchup against Sweden, the other undefeated team in Group B. One can only assume a gold medal would do wonders for Holinka’s confidence.
    Sarah Jean Maher, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of preliminary
Adjective
  • What Happens Next Construction is slated to begin in 2025, with preparatory work such as land acquisition and environmental impact assessments already underway.
    Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This Sunday marks the Fourth Sunday of Advent, the final week in the preparatory period before Christmas.
    Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of preparatory
Adjective
  • During his introductory press conference, Harbaugh used a Harbaughism to describe the new mindset of the franchise.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
  • Runner up: Angel Reese's introductory press conference.
    Justin Kaufmann, Axios, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of introductory
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prelates

prelim

preliminaries

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“Prelim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prelim. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.

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