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Synonyms for “Yesterday” — 15 Other Ways to Say It

the day immediately before today

Meaning of Yesterday

the day immediately before today

15 Synonyms for Yesterday — Words Similar to Yesterday

Browse alternative words with their meaning, level, and a real example sentence so you pick the synonym that fits your context.

today

/təˈdeɪ/
adv A1

During this day, right now, not yesterday or tomorrow.

Example: Today is Monday.

rush

/rʌʃ/
verb A2

To go or do something very fast because you are in a hurry or worried about time.

Example: She rushed to the station to catch her train.

tonight

/təˈnaɪt/
adv A1

During this coming night, after the sun goes down today.

Example: I will call you tonight before I go to bed.

tomorrow

/təˈmɑːroʊ/
adv A1

The day that comes after today.

Example: Tomorrow is Saturday.

afternoon

/ˌæftərˈnuːn/
noun A1

The part of the day after lunch and before dinner, usually from around noon until about 6 pm.

Example: I have an afternoon appointment with the doctor.

morning

/ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/
noun A1

The time of day when you wake up, before lunch, usually when the sun rises.

Example: I drink coffee every morning before work.

week

/wiːk/
noun A1

A group of seven days; the time it takes the calendar to go from one Sunday (or Monday) to the next.

Example: I work five days a week and rest on weekends.

recently

/ˈrɛsəntli/
adv A2

Not long ago; in the recent past, usually days or weeks before now.

Example: I recently started learning English.

Frequently Asked Questions About Synonyms of Yesterday

What is another word for "yesterday"?

Common synonyms for "yesterday" include: today, wham, gambling, rush, last day.

What can I say instead of "yesterday"?

Try one of these alternatives: today, wham, gambling, rush, last day. Pick the synonym whose register and meaning fits your sentence — see the cards above for definitions and examples.

When should I use "yesterday" instead of "today"?

Use "yesterday" when you want to keep the exact nuance shown in the meaning section above; switch to "today" when you need a different register, level, or shade of meaning. Compare the cards above to decide.

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