Grade 5
(pre-vi-ous) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. going before another in time or order
preposition. earlier than

Example Sentence

We know the previous owner.

More Example Sentences

He lived in Utah previous to moving here.

Synonyms

prior; preceding; earlier; before

Antonyms

following; after

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

previous
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • devious
  • nevius
  • previous