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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/During this day, right now, not yesterday or tomorrow.
Example: Today is Monday.
rush
/rʌʃ/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/During this coming night, after the sun goes down today.
Example: I will call you tonight before I go to bed.
tomorrow
/təˈmɑːroʊ/The day that comes after today.
Example: Tomorrow is Saturday.
afternoon
/ˌæftərˈnuːn/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/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/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/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.