before (Meaning)
before (r)
earlier in time; previously
at or in the front
before (prep.)
In front of; preceding in space; ahead of; as, to stand before the fire; before the house.
Preceding in time; earlier than; previously to; anterior to the time when; -- sometimes with the additional idea of purpose; in order that.
An advance of; farther onward, in place or time.
Prior or preceding in dignity, order, rank, right, or worth; rather than.
In presence or sight of; face to face with; facing.
Under the cognizance or jurisdiction of.
Open for; free of access to; in the power of.
before (adv.)
On the fore part; in front, or in the direction of the front; -- opposed to in the rear.
In advance.
In time past; previously; already.
Earlier; sooner than; until then.
Synonyms & Antonyms of before
before Sentence Examples
- Before the storm arrived, the air became thick with humidity.
- Before I make a decision, I need to consider all the facts.
- Before we leave, let's check if we have everything we need.
- Before you speak, think carefully about what you want to say.
- Before I went to bed, I brushed my teeth and washed my face.
- Before the train departed, the passengers boarded.
- Before starting the project, we held a brainstorming session.
- Before the race, the runners stretched and warmed up.
- Before I jump in the pool, I always check the water temperature.
- Before making a purchase, I read the product reviews online.
FAQs About the word before
earlier in time; previously, at or in the frontIn front of; preceding in space; ahead of; as, to stand before the fire; before the house., Preceding in time; ea
until, till, of,to, ere,prior to, in advance of, previous to, 'fore, up to
after,after, following, following,since, since, next,next
Before the storm arrived, the air became thick with humidity.
Before I make a decision, I need to consider all the facts.
Before we leave, let's check if we have everything we need.
Before you speak, think carefully about what you want to say.
