Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Former.
How to pronounce former:
US
Former - as an adjective
Referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
Example: "The novel was made into a film in 1943 and again in 1967; i prefer the former version to the latter one"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
latterFormer - as a noun
The first of two or the first mentioned of two
Example: "Tom and dick were both heroes but only the former is remembered today"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
latterExample Sentences
"She is a former employee of the company."
"He is the former president of the organization."
"The house was owned by a former celebrity."
"The former teacher is now working as a writer."
"I used to be friends with her former boyfriend."
Word Game Points
Is FORMER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, former is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FORMER has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is FORMER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, former is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFORMER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is FORMER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, former is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFORMER has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.