1. existing before something else in time
Usage: formal

Examples

• The philosopher argued that souls are preexistent to physical bodies.
• Scientists studied preexistent conditions that led to the formation of the galaxy.
• The contract included clauses about preexistent debts.
• Many religions teach about preexistent spiritual realms.
• The researcher examined preexistent data from previous studies.
• Preexistent geological formations provided clues about ancient climates.