Previous Definition & Meaning
previous
- adjective
- just preceding something else in time or order; "the previous owner"; "my old house was larger"
- (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"
- too soon or too hasty; "our condemnation of him was a bit previous"; "a premature judgment"
"Previous" in song lyrics
See how previous is used in real songs:
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"judges upheld the previous"
2 Live Crew — Banned in the U.S.A. -
"Sometimes the main ingredient used in ploy confirming what was stated previous"
Bahamadia — Beautiful Things -
"Girls don't trust me because of my previous"
Charizma & Peanut Butter Wolf — Devotion
Words that rhyme with previous
Usage tips for "previous"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "previous" 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 previous to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does previous mean?
- just preceding something else in time or order; "the previous owner"; "my old house was larger" (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" too soon or too hasty; "our condemnation of him was a bit previous"; "a premature judgment"
- What part of speech is previous?
- Previous is an adjective.
- How many definitions does previous have?
- Previous has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).