Formerly

Meaning

in the past; previously; at an earlier time

In the past; previously.

Example Sentences

The building was formerly a school but is now a community center.

The city was formerly known as Constantinople.

Synonyms

previously, earlier, before, once, in the past

Entry 1

previously, earlier, before, once, in the past

Entry 2

previously, earlier, once, before

Antonyms

currently, now, presently, lately, recently

Entry 1

currently, now, presently, lately, recently

Entry 2

currently, now

Collocations

formerly known as, formerly owned by, formerly called, formerly known, formerly employed, formerly a member

Entry 1

formerly known as, formerly owned by, formerly called

Entry 2

formerly known, formerly called, formerly employed, formerly a member