Definition

To make an announcement before the official time or date.

Example

The company will preannounce the new product next week.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they're going to preannounce the concert lineup next week?

No way! That sounds exciting!

Yeah, I can't wait to see who they'll include this year.

Me too! It's always great to know in advance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Preannounce → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "announce" (from Latin "annuntiare", meaning to proclaim or declare). The word "preannounce" means to declare or proclaim something before it happens.

Memory Tip

Think of announcing something 'before' it happens — 'pre-' means before, and 'announce' means to declare.

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