Ex-Ante

Definition:

Ex ante refers to something that happens before a particular event or action takes place.

Explanation:

• Ex ante: Occurring or happening before the event or action.
• Ex post: Occurring or happening after the event or action.

Examples:

• Ex ante: The price of a house before it is sold.
• Ex post: The price of a house after it is sold.

Usage:

The term “ex ante” is commonly used in economics, finance, and law.

Synonyms:

• Beforehand
• Prior
• Previously
• In advance

Antonyms:

• Ex post
• Afterwards
• Subsequent