Proleptically
Pronunciation: /ˈpɹoʊˈɫɛpˈtiˈkæɫəli/
Proleptically (adv)
- In a way that talks about something before it happens, as if it will happen later.
- In a way that includes an idea early, treating it as already true or already happening.
Proleptically (adverb)
Examples
- She spoke proleptically about the plan before anyone asked.
- They prepared proleptically for the meeting to avoid delays.