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former Synonyms

Another word for former

Choosing another word for former depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having previously filled a particular role, status, or position; of an earlier time.

Usage Example

"The previous president attended the charity gala as a guest of honor."

Strongest
previous
prior
past
Strong
erstwhile
onetime
quondam
late
bygone

• adjective (Context 2)

Denoting the first or first mentioned of two people or things.

Usage Example

"Between the two proposed schedules, I strongly prefer the first option."

Strong
first
preceding
foregoing
earlier

• noun (Context 3)

A person, tool, or mechanical device that forms, shapes, or molds something, such as a core around which an electrical coil is wound.

Usage Example

"The technician wound the copper wire tightly around a cylindrical plastic shaper."

Strong
shaper
molder
maker
mold

Opposites of former

The opposite of former shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

latter
present
current
incumbent
future
second
incoming
prospective
See all opposites of former

• Nearby Words

formatively
formatter
formatting
former
formerly
formfitting
formica

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Former. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/former
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