Ago Definition & Meaning
ago
- adverb
- in the past; "long ago"; "sixty years ago my grandfather came to the U.S."
- adjective
- gone by; or in the past; "two years ago"; "`agone' is an archaic word for `ago'"
"Ago" in song lyrics
See how ago is used in real songs:
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"I stop goin to them wakes a few bodies ago"
1st Infantry f/ Prodigy — Serious (The New Message) -
"This story began five years ago"
2 Live Crew — Man, Not a Myth -
"By doing this a hundred years ago,"
2 Live Crew — Freaky Behavior
Words that rhyme with ago
Usage tips for "ago"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ago" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ago to find words that pair well.
Use "ago" in a verse
Now that you know what "ago" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does ago mean?
- in the past; "long ago"; "sixty years ago my grandfather came to the U.S." gone by; or in the past; "two years ago"; "`agone' is an archaic word for `ago'"
- What part of speech is ago?
- Ago is an adverb and an adjective.
- How many definitions does ago have?
- Ago has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, adjective).