latter
Translation
latter, second, later
Examples
Of the two options, I prefer the latter.
Of the two options, I prefer the latter.
The latter part of the movie was very exciting.
The latter part of the movie was very exciting.
Grammar Patterns
the ((latter)) the second of two things mentioned Of the two options, I prefer the latter.
the ((latter)) part/half of sth. the concluding part The latter part of the movie was very exciting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: second, last-mentioned; Antonyms: former
Etymology
From Old English 'lætra', comparative of 'læt' (late), meaning 'slower, later'.
Memory Tips
'Latter' sounds like 'later'. It refers to the one that comes later in a pair.