General precedent Synonyms

Definitions for General


  • (adjective) belonging or relating to the whole
  • (adjective) relating to the main elements and not to specific details
  • (adjective) held by or applicable to a majority of the people

Definitions for Precedent


  • (adjective) going before another in time or order
  • (noun) an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time
  • (noun) (civil law) a previous legal decision that is used to inform subsequent decisions