Preterite

/ˈprɛtərɪt/ adjective/noun

Definition

The past tense; belonging to the past; in theology, those passed over by God in the election of souls.

Etymology

From Latin 'praeteritus' (gone by), from 'praeterire' (to go past) — 'praeter' (past/beyond) + 'ire' (to go). Time that has already walked past you and can't be called back.

Kelly Says

The PAST walking away! In grammar, it's the past tense. In life, it's everything that's already happened and can never come back. The Latin literally means 'gone past' — time that's left the building! ⏰🚶‍♂️

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