← BackshareGuessantepast/ˈæn.tɪ.pæst/nounA small dish served before the main meal; an appetizer or starter.The restaurant's antepast included bruschetta and cured meats.We shared an antepast of olives and cheese before dinner.For the antepast, they served a light soup.SynonymsstarterappetizerAntonymsdessert