Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

previous

Adjective
/ˈpriːviəs/
Definition
Existing or occurring before something else.
Examples
  • She looked back at her previous experiences.
  • The previous owner made many improvements to the house.
  • In her previous job, she managed a team of ten.
Meaning
Previous refers to something that happened before the time you are talking about. It relates to prior events or situations.
Synonyms
  • Before
  • Earlier
  • Prior
  • Foregoing