English adjective: previous | |||
1. | previous just preceding something else in time or order | ||
Samples | The previous owner. My old house was larger. | ||
Synonyms | old | ||
Similar | preceding | ||
Antonyms | succeeding | ||
2. | previous (used especially of persons) of the immediate past | ||
Samples | The former president. Our late President is still very active. The previous occupant of the White House. | ||
Synonyms | former, late | ||
Similar | past | ||
Antonyms | future, present | ||
3. | previous too soon or too hasty | ||
Samples | Our condemnation of him was a bit previous. A premature judgment. | ||
Synonyms | premature | ||
Similar | early | ||
Antonyms | late, middle | ||