pregame
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //ˈpriːɡeɪm//
KK: /ˈpriːɡeɪm/
adjective
Definition
Relating to activities or events that happen before a sports game, often to prepare for it.
Example
The team held a pregame meeting to discuss their strategy.
Conversation
Are you going to the pregame party before the game tonight?
Definitely! I heard it's going to be a lot of fun.
I can't wait to see everyone and get in the mood for the game.
Same here! The pregame energy always makes it more exciting.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
preliminary
prior
initial
Antonyms
postgame
subsequent
final
noun
Definition
A social event where people gather to drink or socialize before attending a larger event, like a party or sports game.
Example
We had a pregame at my house before the concert.
Conversation
Are you going to the pregame at Sarah's place tonight?
Yeah, I wouldn't miss it! It sounds like a lot of fun.
I heard there will be drinks and games before we head out.
Root Explanation
Pregame → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "game" (from Old English "gamen", meaning a contest or play). The word "pregame" refers to activities or events that occur before a game or contest.
Memory Tip
Think of activities that happen 'before' ('pre-') a 'contest' or 'play' ('game') — that's what pregaming is all about.
Visually Confused Words
prename
preamble
foregame