English Synonym Finder

posterior

Definitions

Situated behind or at the back of a person or thing.

Coming after in time or order; subsequent.

The buttocks.

Examples

The posterior part of the brain is responsible for processing visual information.

The doctor examined the posterior surface of the patient's leg to check for injuries.

In the study, the posterior analysis revealed trends that were not initially apparent.

Synonyms

back rear hind following subsequent latter tail

Antonyms

anterior front fore leading preceding prior former