aforetime
Meaning
in an earlier time; in the past (পূর্বে)
Pronunciation
অফরটাইম (āpharṭā'im)
Synonyms
formerly, previously, before, once, in the past, long ago, erstwhile, anciently
Synonyms
She was formerly a teacher.
Previously, I lived in Chicago.
I have seen this movie before.
Once upon a time, there lived a king.
In the past, people used to communicate by letters.
Long ago, the land was filled with forests.
He is her erstwhile partner.
Anciently, this place was a thriving civilization.
Antonyms
Now we have advanced technology.
Currently, I am studying for my exams.
At present, I am living in New York.
Nowadays, people use smartphones frequently.
Recently, I visited my hometown.
Lately, I have been quite busy.
Modernly, education has become more accessible.
Contemporarily, art reflects current society.
Phrases
In days of yore, kings ruled the lands.
Once upon a time, there was a great kingdom.
In ancient times, people believed in many gods.
In the distant past, the earth was very different.
Back in the day, we played outside all summer.