Previous to — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

preposition

Meaning & Definition of Previous to

Previous to (preposition)

  1. prior to, before

Previous to (preposition) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. earlier than

    "his passport arrived just previous to his trip"

    similar: afore (chiefly dialect), ahead of, before, ere, fore (chiefly dialect), of, prior to, to, in advance of
    related: till, until, up to
    opposite: after, following

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Previous to

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Chiefly dialect: afore, fore

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Previous to

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Origin & Etymology of Previous to

First known use: 1698

Frequently Asked Questions about Previous to

What does "Previous to" mean?

"Previous to" means prior to, before. As a preposition, it is defined as: prior to, before.

What is another word for "Previous to"?

Other words for "Previous to" include afore, ahead of, before, ere, fore, of, prior to and to. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Previous to" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Previous to"?

There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Previous to". Common alternatives include afore, ahead of, before, ere, fore, of, prior to, to and in advance of.

What is the opposite of "Previous to"?

Antonyms of "Previous to" include after and following. Near antonyms include next, next to and since.

How do you use "Previous to" in a sentence?

Examples of "Previous to" in a sentence: "his passport arrived just previous to his trip".

Is "Previous to" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Previous to" is a preposition.

What is the origin of the word "Previous to"?

First known use: 1698.

What is another word for "Previous to" meaning "earlier than"?

When "Previous to" (preposition) means earlier than, synonyms include afore, ahead of, before, ere, fore and of. Opposites in this sense include after and following.