Precipitate – To make something happen suddenly
(Pronounced preh-si-pi-tayt)
To cause an action sooner or faster than expected
To remember the definition of the word precipitate, use the following mnemonic:
The President had one sip of wine and was in a terrible state (precipitate). This caused him to suddenly fall over and spill it.
Examples of precipitate in a sentence.
The passing of the gun control bill may precipitate a rapid increase in illegal gun sales.
Drinking in excess will precipitate liver disease.
The principal did what she could to precipitate an end to the student dispute.
