Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-above

Phrase
ðə əˈbʌv
Definition
Referring to something that has been mentioned earlier in a text or conversation.
Examples
  • The aforementioned statement is true, as illustrated by the above example.
  • In the above case, we need to reconsider our options.
Meaning
Used to denote something previously stated or identified.
Synonyms
  • aforementioned
  • previously mentioned
  • the previously stated