next
adjective
Definitions of next adjective
- A1
Immediately following the present one or the one just mentioned.
Who has their office right beside yours?
Make a right at the following intersection.
Who do you anticipate will be elected as the next president?
adverb
Definitions of next adverb
- A2
Immediately afterward.
What transpired after that?
What would you like to order next?
Begin by frying the garlic, and next incorporate the ginger.
- B1
The subsequent occasion when something is done again.
When will your subsequent trip to Toronto occur?
Phrases of next adverb
- next up
The subsequent item or person in a series, often in a performance or broadcast.
• Next up is the latest news regarding the presidential campaign.
pronoun
Definitions of next pronoun
- A1
Immediately following the present one or the one just mentioned.
Who has their office right beside yours?
Make a right at the following intersection.
Who do you anticipate will be elected as the next president?
Idioms
- as much as the next person
To the same degree as anyone else; indicating a common or expected level of feeling, interest, or behavior.
• She enjoys a relaxing weekend as much as the next person.
- the next best thing
The most suitable alternative when the desired option is not available or feasible.
• I originally wanted to go to Paris for vacation, but since my budget was limited, going to Barcelona was the next best thing.
- the next thing I knew
used to describe a situation where an event occurs suddenly and unexpectedly
• I was drinking my coffee, and the next thing I knew, a bird flew into the house.