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English adjective: previous

1. previous just preceding something else in time or order


SamplesThe previous owner.
My old house was larger.


Synonymsold


Similarpreceding


Antonymssucceeding

2. previous (used especially of persons) of the immediate past


SamplesThe former president.
Our late President is still very active.
The previous occupant of the White House.


Synonymsformer, late


Similarpast


Antonymsfuture, present

3. previous too soon or too hasty


SamplesOur condemnation of him was a bit previous.
A premature judgment.


Synonymspremature


Similarearly


Antonymslate, middle









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