What is another word for prerevolutionary?
Pronunciation: [pɹˌiːɹˌɛvəlˈuːʃənəɹi] (IPA) 
Prerevolutionary is a term used to describe the time period before a revolution or a significant change in a society or political system. Some synonyms for the word prerevolutionary include pre-rebellion, pre-insurrectionary, pre-mutinous, pre-reformation, and pre-uprising. Other synonyms could include pre-revolt, pre-coup, or pre-overthrow. These words describe a time of tension and uncertainty, where the potential for change is brewing. They can also imply a sense of upheaval, as those on the brink of revolution often feel a sense of urgency and desperation for change. Whether used literally or metaphorically, these terms all suggest a time of significant change and upheaval.
