Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ex
Prefix / Noun
/ɛks/
Definition
A prefix used to denote former status or former possession; also used as a shorthand for ‘ex-partner’ or ‘ex-spouse’.
Examples
- He is my ex-husband.
- She decided to move on from her ex-boyfriend.
- The ex-president gave a speech at the charity event.
Meaning
The term ‘ex’ indicates something that has previously existed in a specific capacity or refers to an individual who was once in a relationship but is no longer.
Synonyms
- former
- previous
- old
