Definitions and Examples of previous, last, former
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Occurring or existing before the present time or a particular event.
Example
She had read the previous chapter of the book before starting the next one.
Coming after all others in time or order; final.
Example
This is the last piece of cake, so make sure you share it with everyone.
Belonging to or occurring in an earlier time; previous.
Example
He was a former employee of the company, but he left to start his own business.
Key Differences: previous vs last vs former
- 1Previous refers to something that happened or existed before a particular time or event.
- 2Last refers to something that comes after everything else in a sequence.
- 3Former refers to something that existed or happened in the past, but is no longer the case.
Effective Usage of previous, last, former
- 1Sequencing: Use next and its antonyms to describe the order of events or actions.
- 2Comparison: Use previous, last, and former to compare different times or situations.
- 3Clarification: Use these antonyms to clarify the order of things or events.
Remember this!
The antonyms of next are previous, last, and former. Use these words to describe the order of events or actions, compare different times or situations, and clarify the order of things or events.