Already and Afterward

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Already

Already adverb - So as to precede something in order of time.
Usage example: when we got back to the house, the movers had already left
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Afterward is an antonym for already.

Afterward

Afterward adverb - Following in time or place.
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Antonyms for Afterward
Already is an antonym for afterward.
Nearby Word: afterwards
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Antonyms for afterward

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