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Term: Predecessor

Description:

A predecessor refers to someone or something that comes before another person or thing in a position, office, or role. It can also be used to describe a previous version or model of something.

Examples:

Noun:

• The current CEO's predecessor retired last year.
• In history, Alexander the Great is seen as a predecessor of modern military leaders.

Adjective:

• Beethoven's predecessor compositions heavily influenced Mozart.
• The predecessor model of this smartphone had a larger screen and higher resolution.

Verb:

• She had to study her predecessor's work in order to understand the project.
• The politician promised to build upon the achievements of his predecessor.

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