What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “before”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “before”

The antonyms of before are after and following. These antonyms describe the order of events or time.

Explore all Antonyms of “before”

• after
• following

Definitions and Examples of after, following

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

after

Following in time or sequence; later than.

Example

She always has a cup of coffee after breakfast.

following

Coming next in time or order; subsequent.

Example

The following day, she received a call from her boss.

Key Differences: after vs following

• 1. After refers to something that comes later in time or sequence.
• 2. Following refers to something that comes next in time or order.

Effective Usage of after, following

• 1. Chronological Order: Use before, after, and following to describe the order of events or time.
• 2. Instructions: Use before and after to give instructions in the correct order.
• 3. Narratives: Use before, after, and following to create a clear timeline in stories.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of before are after and following. Use after to describe something that comes later in time or sequence, and following to describe something that comes next in time or order. Use these words to describe chronological order, give instructions, and create a clear timeline in narratives.