Early /ˈɜː.li/

The meaning and definition of Early, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

A shift (scheduled work period) that takes place early in the day.

adjective

At a time in advance of the usual or expected event.
“at eleven, we went for an early lunch; she began reading at an early age; his mother suffered an early death”
Arriving a time before expected; sooner than on time.
“The early guests sipped their punch and avoided each other's eyes.”

adverb

At a time before expected; sooner than usual.
“We finished the project an hour sooner than scheduled, so we left early.”
Soon; in good time; seasonably.

Synonyms first premature prematurely

Antonyms late terminal tardily

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Early /ˈɜː.li/

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