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Former Definition & Meaning

1. (adjective) referring to something that existed or occurred in the past.

Example: My former boss was very strict, but i learned a lot from her.

2. (noun) a person who previously held a particular position or title.

Example: The former president of the company retired last year.

3. (adjective) referring to the first of two things mentioned.

Example: The former option was too expensive, so we chose the latter.

4. (adjective) referring to something that used to be a certain way, but has since changed.

Example: The former glory of the castle was evident in its ruins.

5. (adverb) referring to something that was previously mentioned or described.

Example: We visited the museum first, and the former was much more interesting than the latter.

Examples of the word former used in sentences.

  • I used to be a vegetarian, but now I'm a former vegetarian because I started eating meat again.
  • Sarah's former apartment was much smaller than her new one, but it was in a great location.
  • The former mayor of our town was beloved by everyone for his dedication to community service.
  • My former boss was really strict, but he taught me a lot about professionalism.
  • The former president of the company retired last year and now his son runs the business.
  • John is a former teacher who now works as a consultant.
  • The former owner of the house left it in a state of disrepair.
  • My former classmates and I still keep in touch after all these years.
  • The company's former CEO retired last year.
  • The restaurant used to be a former bank building.
  • My former boss was a strict disciplinarian, but he also had a heart of gold.
  • The former president's policies were controversial and received mixed reactions from the public.
  • It is not uncommon for former high school friends to lose touch as they pursue their different paths in life.
  • The former glory of this dilapidated building can still be seen in its grand architecture and intricate details.
  • After years of being a smoker, my husband is now a former smoker thanks to his determination to quit.
  • The former teacher now runs a successful dog-walking business in his retirement.
  • Despite being a former athlete, Tom still enjoys playing basketball with his friends on the weekends.
  • The former champion boxer was inducted into the Hall of Fame for his contributions to the sport.
  • After working in finance for several years, John decided to pursue a career as a former artist.
  • The former president of the company resigned due to ethical concerns.
  • Despite being a former athlete, his injuries prevented him from running a marathon.
  • The former student returned to the university to give a guest lecture on quantum physics.
  • She had to resign from her former job due to health complications.
  • The former president of the United States was known for his controversial policies.
  • The charming town had many historic buildings, including the former castle now turned museum.
  • After graduating from university, Jane worked as a lawyer for several years before pursuing her true passion as an artist in her former profession.
  • The former president's controversial policies were met with widespread criticism by the public during his tenure.
  • The former colonial power's legacy still looms large in many countries throughout the world, shaping their culture and politics to this day.
  • As the former CEO of the corporation, I have invaluable experience in leading and managing a large team of employees.
  • Despite being a former athlete, John maintains a strict exercise regimen to stay healthy and physically fit.
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