Yesterday Definition & Meaning

yesterday
adverb
  1. on the day preceding today; "yesterday the weather was beautiful"
  2. in the recent past; only a short time ago; "I was not born yesterday!"
noun
  1. the day immediately before today; "it was in yesterday's newspapers"
  2. the recent past; "yesterday's solutions are not good enough"; "we shared many yesterdays"

"Yesterday" in song lyrics

See how yesterday is used in real songs:

  • "Oh I believe in yesterday..."
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Lenore, Shawn Wigs — Yesterday
  • "Time has, come and gone, now I long, for yesterday"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Lenore, Shawn Wigs — Yesterday
  • "Yesterday..."
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Lenore, Shawn Wigs — Yesterday

Words that rhyme with yesterday

Usage tips for "yesterday"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "yesterday" 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 yesterday to find words that pair well.

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