Preordains is a verb that refers to the act of determining or deciding something in advance. Some synonyms for this word which have similar meanings include: predestines, prearranges, predetermines, foreordains, and preplans. These words suggest that something has been predetermined or predestined before it occurs. These synonyms are often used in a spiritual or religious context where they suggest a higher power or force at work. In non-religious contexts, preordains and its synonyms can refer to decisions made by individuals or groups ahead of time, suggesting a sense of predictability or inevitability.