Definition

Describing someone or something that has been mentioned earlier in a conversation or text.

Example

The forenamed individual will be attending the meeting tomorrow.

Conversation

Have you read the article about the forenamed author?

Yeah, I found it really interesting!

I think the forenamed book is going to be a bestseller.

Definitely! I can't wait to read it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Forenamed is formed from "fore-" (meaning before) and "named" (from Old English "nama", meaning name). The word refers to something or someone that has been named beforehand or previously.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'named before' — 'fore-' means before, and 'named' refers to the act of giving a name.

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