Next

Pronunciation

/nekst/

Definitions

• Adjective: Coming after the one immediately preceding in time, order, or position; following. For example: “The next chapter deals with advanced concepts.”
• Adverb: At the time, place, or position that follows immediately after the present one. For example: “We’ll discuss that topic next.”
• Noun: The person or thing that comes after the one already mentioned or that is nearest or most obvious. For example: “She’s the next in line for promotion.”

Phrases

• “The next day/week/month/year”: Refers to the coming day, week, month, or year after the current one. For example: “We’re planning to launch the product next month.”
• “Next up”: Indicating that something or someone is about to happen or be dealt with. For example: “Next up on the agenda is the financial report.”
• “Next to”: Positioned close to or immediately adjoining. For example: “She sat next to him during the movie.”

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “I’ll see you at the next meeting.”
• Adverb: “We’ll go over the rules next.”
• Noun: “He’s the next contestant to take the stage.”

Synonyms

• Following
• Subsequent
• Upcoming
• Adjacent
• Successive
• Sequential
• Afterward (adverb)
• Immediately following (adjective)