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viəs

viēs

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Definition & Meaning of "previous"in English

ADJECTIVE

occurring or existing before what is being mentioned

antecedent

back

preceding

prior

Examples

She referred to her previous job experience during the interview.

In the previous chapter, the author introduced the main characters.

(of an individual) having held a position or role directly before the current person

former

late

old

past

sometime

Examples

The previous owner of the house left behind some old furniture in the attic.

The previous director implemented several policies that are still in place today.

acting before the appropriate time or before having all the necessary information

hasty

Informal

Examples

He was a bit previous in his judgment, criticizing the plan before it was fully explained.

The scientist admitted he was previous in drawing conclusions from incomplete data.

immediately before the current or mentioned time

last

past

prior

Examples

It was Tuesday, and we 'd met for lunch the previous day.

The previous week had been incredibly busy with meetings and deadlines.

Lexical Tree

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Nearby Words

preview

preventive medicine

prevention is better than cure

Definition & Meaning of "previous"in English

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