Next Definition & Meaning
next
- adverb
- at the time or occasion immediately following; "next the doctor examined his back"
- adjective
- immediately following in time or order; "the following day"; "next in line"; "the next president"; "the next item on the list"
- nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space; "had adjacent rooms"; "in the next room"; "the person sitting next to me"; "our rooms were side by side"
- (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving; "our next president"
"Next" in song lyrics
See how next is used in real songs:
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"Just copped another gram now guess what's next"
11/5 — Garcia Vegas -
"Light black in your face, what do you do next?"
3rd Bass — Triple Stage Darkness -
"Yo man, I got next!"
3rd Bass — Soul in the Hole
Words that rhyme with next
Usage tips for "next"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "next" 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 next to find words that pair well.