Previous — synonyms, definition

1. previous (o)

above before earlier first foregoing on or before pre-eminent prior prior to sooner

2. previous (a)

antecedent before earlier early foregoing former inopportune precedent preceding precursory preliminary preparatory primitive primordial prior unfounded untimely unwarranted

3. previous (Adjective)

late old premature

previous (Adjective) — Just preceding something else in time or order. ex. "the previous owner"

previous (Adjective) — (used especially of persons) of the immediate past. ex. "the previous occupant of the White House"

previous (Adjective) — Too soon or too hasty. ex. "our condemnation of him was a bit previous"