Simple meaning
What does Previously mean?
Previously means earlier than now.
Dictionary definition
Previously means at an earlier time before now.
Example sentences
Previously in a sentence
easy
I used previously to connect two ideas in my sentence.
medium
In the reading passage, previously showed how one idea related to the next.
hard
Using previously in my paragraph helped signal contrast, cause, or sequence for the reader.
Synonyms
Words like Previously
Antonyms
Opposite words
laterHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
afterwardHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Previously word family
Base word
previously
adverb
previously
Base form.
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What does previously do in a sentence?
PREVIOUSLY means previously means earlier than now.
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