B1nouninformalrelationships
US/eks/
UK/eks/
a person you used to have a romantic relationship with or used to be married to
In context
I ran into my ex at the supermarket, and it was so awkward.
She's still friends with her ex, which surprises a lot of people.
Don't text your ex at two in the morning, trust me.
Words that go with ex
noun + noun
- ex-boyfriendHer ex-boyfriend still follows her on Instagram.
- ex-wifeHe pays for his kids and his ex-wife's flat.
- ex-husbandHer ex-husband still lives in the same building.
verb + preposition
- get back with your exPlease don't get back with your ex, you were so unhappy.
adjective + preposition
- over your exIt takes time to get over your ex, so be patient.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
My old lover called me yesterday.Correct: My ex called me yesterday.