Synonyms of previously

previously

adverb

as in earlier

so as to precede something in order of time

he had prepared the meat stocks previously so as to make things easier on the day of the big dinner

Synonyms & Similar Words

• earlier
• already
• ahead
• before
• early
• formerly
• preliminarily
• now
• beforehand
• antecedently
• anteriorly
• afore
• shortly
• in advance
• first
• soon
• prematurely
• before long
• first off
• presently
• a priori
• erelong

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• later
• afterward
• subsequently
• after
• next
• behind
• by and by

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of previously

But that resulted in even bigger population shifts for the 5th Congressional District, which previously was based in central Tennessee. — Arkansas Online, 29 Sep. 2026

The promotional offer applies to a model that previously received detailed coverage in an independent New Atlas review. — New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026

This dynamic not only erodes buyer affordability, but also disincentivizes homeowners who previously locked in lower mortgage rates from listing or replacing their properties. — CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026

Long-term national data has shown that states that have previously expanded access to SNAP benefits had reduced numbers of CPS investigations and substantiated reports of abuse and neglect, as well as fewer foster care placements. — Sandy Santana, STAT, 29 Sep. 2026

Energy experts previously dismissed these natural geological anomalies as hazardous and rare. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026

And Garner’s appearance alongside the pop icon at this year’s awards show wasn’t her first, as the Weapons actress previously joined Madonna on stage during a Brooklyn concert back in 2023. — Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026

Booker had previously long taken a more conciliatory approach to the issue, joining with both Democrats and Republicans to sponsor legislation aimed at reaching a compromise. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 28 Sep. 2026

Drake previously popped by Karol G’s Toronto show in July, where he was shown on the venue’s Jumbotron. — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2026