preemptive in English dictionary

  • preemptive

    Meanings and definitions of "preemptive"

    • Of, or pertaining unto, preëmption.
    • (of a military strike) Enacted with the intention of preëmpting an anticipated enemy strike.
    • Intended to mitigate or nullify an anticipated detrimental future event.
    • (bridge (card game), of an auction bid) Intended to interfere with an opponent’s bidding.
    • adjective
      Of or relating to preemption.
    • adjective
      Made so as to deter an anticipated unpleasant situation.
    • adjective
      (bridge, of a high-level bid)
      Intended to interfere with an opponent's bidding.
    • adjective
      designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence; "a preemptive business offer"

    Synonyms of "preemptive" in English dictionary

    pre-emptive, preventive, preventative are the top synonyms of "preemptive" in the English thesaurus.

    Grammar and declension of preemptive

    • preëmptive ( comparative more preëmptive, superlative most preëmptive)
    • preemptive (comparative more preemptive, superlative most preemptive)
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