Synonyms of preexist

1 Syllable
rank, time, head, pace, lead, scout
2 Syllables
outrank, usher, guide, herald, pioneer
3 Syllables
preceded, presage, forerun, foreran, precede, predated, preface, harbinger, predate, predating
4 Syllables
antecede, antedate, introduce, foreshadow
5 Syllables
anticipate