English Synonym Finder

erstwhile

Definitions

Former; of times past.

Previous; having been at an earlier time.

Examples

The erstwhile rivals decided to put aside their differences and work together on the project.

She greeted her erstwhile friend with a polite nod, though they had not spoken in years.

The building, an erstwhile factory, has been converted into a modern apartment complex.

Synonyms

former previous ex past one-time quondam late

Antonyms

current present future existing now contemporary upcoming