How to Pronounce "preemptive"
word
pɹiˈɛmptɪv
pree-EMP-tiv
pɹiːˈɛmp.tɪv
pree-EMP-tiv
Definition
Done to prevent something from happening, especially to stop a possible threat or problem before it occurs.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹiˈɛmptɪv
British English
pɹiːˈɛmp.tɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pree-EMP-tiv
UK
pree-EMP-tiv
Listen in Context
The army took preemptive action to stop the attack.
She gave a preemptive apology before any complaints were made.
We should take preemptive steps against possible problems.
His preemptive move caught everyone off guard in the negotiation.