Opposite of afterward in time
“I grabbed a seat first as I arrived earlier.”
Opposite of following, afterward in either time or place
“He claimed that he had already completed his homework, but I had my doubts.”
Opposite of used to express something to be done or considered at a future, unspecified time
Opposite of in a particular place after one has been expected to have left
“He would walk off in a huff after his dispute with his mother.”
Opposite of soon afterward
“He fed the dog. He had fed the cat earlier.”
Opposite of at some time in the future
“The manager has decided that the meeting will now be held at an earlier date.”
Opposite of more recent
“Past versions of the operating system were significantly more stable even though they weren't particularly feature-rich.”
Opposite of of, related to, or caused by succession
(technology, electronics) Opposite of more advanced in development
“Our company's infrastructure needs an upgrade as the current systems are using older technology.”
Opposite of occurring or situated nearer to the end of something than to the beginning
Opposite of coming after all others in time
“The city was in the beginning stages of being built but already gave glimpses of how impressive it would look when completed.”
(later than) Opposite of more late
“Barry hoped that he would take the stage before Miranda, but the producers would veto the move.”
Opposite of used to express good wishes when parting or at the end of a conversation
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