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erstwhile

adjective

/ˈɜːrstwaɪl/

Meaning

former or in the past

They were erstwhile friends but no longer speak.

former, previous, old, past, ex

current, present, existing

erstwhile friend, erstwhile ally, erstwhile leader, erstwhile partner

Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would...

Perceptible by touch; clear and definite; real.

eager to know or learn something

Able to cure disease or restore health.

Relating to mountainous regions; found in mountain environments.

Causing irritation, annoyance, or difficulty.