Definition

To intentionally ignore or leave something out, often by choice.

Example

He decided to pretermit the details of the story to keep it simple.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you remember to send that email to Sarah?

Oops, I think I might have pretermit it by accident.

You should probably follow up with her then.

Yeah, I’ll do that to make sure she gets the information.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pretermit is formed from "praeter-" (meaning beyond or past) and "mittere" (meaning to send). The word refers to the act of sending something beyond or neglecting to mention it, thus meaning to omit or leave out.

Memory Tip

Think of 'beyond' ('praeter-') when you remember that 'pretermit' means to leave something out or omit it.

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