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Meaning of prematurely
The primary meaning of "prematurely" is doing something or happening before the expected or appropriate time.
Etymology of prematurely
The word "prematurely" originates from the Latin words "prae" meaning "before" and "maturus" meaning "ripe" or "ready", with the suffix "-ly" indicating manner or time, and has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something happening or done before the expected or appropriate time.
Synonyms
untimely
prematurely
too soon
ahead of time
before time
inopportunely
unseasonably
inconveniently
unexpectedly
suddenly
hastily
rashly
impetuously
precipitately
prematurely
precociously
ahead of schedule
prematurely
too early
overhastily
impromptu
spontaneously
instinctively
intuitively
unthinkingly
carelessly
thoughtlessly
impulsively
recklessly
foolishly
unwisely
imprudently
unadvisedly
ill-advisedly
inadvisably
Definitions
- Before the expected or appropriate time
- * Too soon, before something is ready or complete
- * Happening or done before the usual or expected time
Usage Examples
- The baby was born prematurely and had to spend several weeks in the hospital.
- * The company went bankrupt prematurely due to poor management.
- * The flowers bloomed prematurely because of the unseasonably warm weather.
Antonyms
timely
late
delayed
postponed
overdue
behind schedule
belatedly
tardily
slowly
gradually
patiently
deliberately
cautiously
wisely
prudently
advisedly
late
on time
punctually
seasonably
opportunely
conveniently
expectedly