pre-existing

British  

adjective

1. occurring or existing previously

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Other Word Forms

• pre-existence noun

Example Sentences

On Friday the former Sporting coach said he was not prepared to panic buy and would only go after pre-existing targets.

From BBC

What is certainly true, say some experts, is that social media amplifies pre-existing feelings of loneliness because of what Dr Jay calls the "compare and despair" factor.

From BBC

NHS England says the increase is influenced by many factors, including women choosing to have this kind of birth and a rise in pre-existing conditions such as diabetes and obesity.

From BBC

When a pre-existing illness became more acute her daughter ended up in intensive care in hospital.

From BBC

In their cases, the OCC approved applications to convert pre-existing state charters to national trust charters.

From The Wall Street Journal