adv.
At an earlier time; once.
formerly
Dictionary:
for·mer·ly (fôr'mər-lē)  |
| Thesaurus: formerly |
adverb
- At a time in the past: already, before, earlier, erstwhile, once, previously. Archaic aforetime, beforetime. See precede/follow.
| Antonyms: formerly |
adv
Definition: previously in time or order
Antonyms: currently, future, presently, subsequently
| Word Tutor: formerly |
IN BRIEF: At a previous time.
Jody was formerly known as Jo.
Tutor's tip: If you were "formerly" (previously) in the military you may always be "formally" (conventionally, properly) introduced by your highest rank.
| WordNet: formerly |
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The adverb has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
at a previous time
Synonyms: once, at one time, erstwhile, erst
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