Synonyms for Previous
Definition of 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"
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "previous"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like former, late, old can replace "previous" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"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