Word Network: earlier

The word previous describes something that happened or existed before the current time or a specific event. It is most commonly used as an adjective placed right before a noun to refer to the person or thing that came earlier.

To move forward in position, or to make progress in a process or development. It can also refer to money paid before it is due or an approach made toward someone.

Relating to the past or a previous time, or referring to the first of two people or things mentioned. It is used to describe a status or role that someone once had but no longer holds.

Something that happens near the beginning of a period of time or before the expected time. It is commonly used to describe waking up, arriving at a location, or the first stages of an event.