preempt
verbHow many syllables in preempt?
There are 2 syllables in the word preempt.Divide preempt into syllables:
pre · empt
How to pronounce preempt:
Definition of preempt:
- preempt (verb):
- to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
- to prevent an action by doing something which makes it pointless or impossible
Synonyms for preempt:
pre-empt
preemptive bid
Antonyms for preempt:
abandon
abdicate
abstain
bequeath
bestow
cede
distribute
doubt
fail
forfeit
give
give in
hand back
hand over
hold
keep
leave
let go
lose
offer
pay
react
receive
refuse
reject
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