Definition & Meaning of "Previous"

/pɹˈiːvɪəs/

/ˈpɹiviəs/

occurring or existing before what is being mentioned

synonyms : old

(used especially of persons) of the immediate past

synonyms : former(a)

too soon or too hasty

synonyms : premature

Examples

1. The avalanche was caused by a heavy snowfall the previous night.

2. The company's previous marketing campaign used a shotgun approach, but it didn't generate the desired results.

3. The previous administration kicked the can down the road on climate change, and now we're facing the consequences.

4. After careful consideration, he abandoned his previous beliefs and embraced a new ideology.