Pre-existent (Adjective)
Meaning
Existing previously or before something; "variations on pre-existent musical themes".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new movie's plot was heavily influenced by pre-existent myths and legends from ancient cultures.
- The artist's use of pre-existent architectural styles added a sense of familiarity to her futuristic designs.
- The researcher built upon pre-existent studies on climate change to form her own hypothesis.
- The writer's latest novel was a reimagining of pre-existent fairy tales set in a modern-day city.
- The company's new product was an innovative take on pre-existent technology, making it more accessible to the masses.