pre-

the head of state of a republic; the leader of an organization

to act for others; to stand for something

to make ready in advance

happening now; a gift; to show or introduce formally

To stop something from happening or keep someone from doing something

The state of being present in a place; a commanding personal quality

coming before; earlier in time or order

To say in advance that something will happen; to forecast

to like better; to choose one thing over another

To protect from harm or decay; to treat food for storage; a fruit spread

The act of getting ready; the state of readiness

Carrying a developing baby; full of meaning or significance

A talk or display showing information to an audience; the way something is presented

To act as if something is true when it is not; imaginary or feigned

A doctor's written order for medicine or treatment

The condition of carrying a developing baby in the womb

A statement about what will happen in the future; a forecast

Exact and accurate in every detail

The act of stopping something from happening

Never having happened before; without precedent

Coming before and preparing for the main event; an introductory action or qualifying round

A statement assumed as the basis for an argument; a building and its grounds

To win or gain the upper hand; to be widespread

Insurance payment or extra bonus; superior in quality