Meaning & Definition of Previous in English
English⟶
Previous
/priviəs/
adjective
1. Just preceding something else in time or order
- "The previous owner"
- "My old house was larger"
synonym:
- previous(a),
- old
2. (used especially of persons) of the immediate past
- "The former president"
- "Our late president is still very active"
- "The previous occupant of the white house"
synonym:
- former(a),
- late(a),
- previous(a)
3. Too soon or too hasty
- "Our condemnation of him was a bit previous"
- "A premature judgment"
synonym:
- previous(p),
- premature
Examples of using
Our conclusion is based on previous studies into the problem.
Refer to my previous article.
I was paid well on my previous job.