preemptive

• Beschreibt eine Handlung, die ergriffen wird, um etwas zu verhindern, insbesondere um einen Vorteil zu erlangen oder ein negatives Ergebnis zu vermeiden. Bezieht sich auch auf Maßnahmen, die einem erwarteten Ereignis zuvorkommen.

Describes an action taken to prevent something from happening, especially to gain an advantage or avoid a negative outcome.

1. Acting before an anticipated eventC1formal

   Done to prevent something from happening, especially an attack or problem, by acting first.

   Präventiv

   • The country launched a preemptive strike against the enemy base.
   • The company took preemptive measures to avoid a data breach.
   • Doctors recommend preemptive treatment for high-risk patients.

   Synonymeanticipatoryprecautionarypreclusivepreventiveproactiveprotective

   Antonymereactiveresponsiveretaliatoryretributive

2. Preventing competitionC1formalbusiness

   Intended to prevent a competitor from gaining an advantage.

   Präventiv

   • The firm made a preemptive bid to acquire the startup.
   • They filed a preemptive patent to block rival products.
   • The preemptive pricing strategy undercut new market entrants.

   Synonymeanticipatorydeterrentpreclusivepreventive