previously

American  

[pree-vee-uhs-lee] / ˈpri vi əs li /

adverb

1. before now; earlier.

   The evidence now shows a strong likelihood that sea levels will rise more rapidly than previously thought.

   The author was previously managing editor of a multimedia lifestyle company that produced a magazine, website, and newsletters.

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Etymology

Origin of previously

previous ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

During later tests, the areas previously exposed to the electron beam behaved differently and displayed distinct colors.

From Science Daily

Over $20 billion in previously announced EV and battery facility investments were wiped out last year, reflecting industry uncertainty.

From The Wall Street Journal

The horsemen hoped to develop alternative options during the extension of racing at Golden Gate Fields that previously had been canceled.

From Los Angeles Times

Wang and Pearl are expected to be arraigned this month in Contra Costa County Superior Court, though proceedings had previously been delayed at the request of defense attorneys, according to the district attorney’s office.

From Los Angeles Times

Oracle has been using AI tools internally and executives have previously said it enables fewer employees to do more work.

From BBC

Related Words

• already
• formerly
• heretofore
• hitherto
• once
• then