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Meaning of Formerly
The primary meaning of the word "Formerly" is to indicate something that happened or was done in the past.
Etymology of Formerly
The word "Formerly" has its roots in the Old French word "former", which is also the source of the English word "form"
It originated in the 14th century and has been used to describe past actions, events, or states since then
Synonyms
previously
earlier
beforehand
prior
once
in the past
at one time
formerly
heretofore
hitherto
before
ahead
already
antecedently
beforehand
erst
erstwhile
in days of yore
in times past
long ago
one time
previously
prior
theretofore
until now
whence
wherefore
Definitions
- Used to indicate a previous time, especially one that has ended
- * Used to describe something that existed or was done in the past, but is not now
Usage Examples
- She was a teacher formerly, but now she is a lawyer
- * The company was formerly based in New York, but it has since moved to Los Angeles
- * He was formerly a member of the board, but he resigned last year
Antonyms
currently
presently
now
nowadays
recently
lately
newly
presently
at present
these days
nowadays
of late
in recent years
in modern times
currently
presently
now
at this time
at this point