previously
Translation
previously, before, formerly
Examples
I have seen that movie previously.
I have seen that movie previously.
She was previously a teacher.
She was previously a teacher.
Grammar Patterns
((adv.)) at a time before the present or before the time you are talking about. I have seen that movie previously.
Similar Words
Synonyms: before, formerly; Antonyms: currently, now, later
Etymology
From Latin 'prae' (before) + 'via' (way). The '-ly' suffix makes it an adverb.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'pre-' means 'before', as in 'preview' or 'prepare'. It refers to a time before the present.