early

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early is part of the Basic English 850.

This word was selected as the Word of the Day for 20-05-2006.

Contents 1 Pronunciation 2 Adjective 3 Adverb 3.1 Synonyms 3.2 Antonyms 3.3 Derived words and phrases 3.4 Related words and phrases

[change] Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ˈɜːli/
• (US) IPA: /ˈɝli/
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[change] Adjective

Positive early

Comparative earlier

Superlative earliest

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[change] Adverb

Positive early

Comparative earlier

Superlative earliest

1. Sooner than expected.

   He was at the meeting early.

2. During the first part of a time period.

   She got up early in the morning.

[change] Synonyms

• (sooner) premature

[change] Antonyms

• (sooner) late
• (during the first part) late

[change] Derived words and phrases

• early on

[change] Related words and phrases

• punctuality
• appointment