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preemptive

adjective

/priˈɛmptɪv/

Meaning

Serving or intended to prevent something by taking action first.

The government took preemptive measures to control inflation.

preemptive strike

preventive, precautionary, anticipatory, proactive

reactive, delayed, passive

preemptive strike, preemptive measure, preemptive action, preemptive step

of great importance or significance; having far-reaching consequences

extremely bad or serious; causing fear or dread; very poor quality

equal in value, amount, function, or meaning; having the same effect or result

occurring, operating, or done at the same time

Occurring at the same time; occupying the same position in space or time.

owed as a debt; expected at a certain time; scheduled