Pre-Emptive
/ˌpriːˈɛmptɪv/
Definitions
- (adj.) Taken as a measure against something possible, anticipated, or feared; preventive.
The government launched a pre-emptive strike to neutralize the threat.
Forms
- preemptive
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Commentary
Often used in legal and military contexts; clarity is essential to distinguish from merely reactive measures.
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