previous
/ˈpɹiːvɪəs//ˈpɹivi.əs/
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Difficulty LevelAdvanced
Academic vocabulary
Word FrequencyCommon
Regularly used in writing and speech
Syllables3
Moderate complexity
Analysis:
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- • Latin or Greek origin pattern
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noun
1. An existing criminal record (short for "previous convictions")
"It turned out the shoplifter had a lot of previous."
Synonyms: form
2. A track record of similar behaviour.
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adjective
1. Prior; occurring before something else, either in time or order.
"He is no better than the previous Prime Minister."
2. Premature; acting or occurring too soon.
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≠ Antonyms
Source: en.wiktionary.org
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