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Definition early in American English

early adverb

adverb
/ˈɜrli/
1

before the usual or expected time

Example

I don't get up very early.

Example

The flight arrived ten minutes early.

Synonyms and related words
before first early
2

near the beginning of a period of time

Example

Let's meet again early next week.

Example

These simple plants appeared very early in the history of life on Earth.

Synonyms and related words
original initial early
2.1

near the beginning of someone's life

Example

His genius as a musician was shown very early.

Example

She was widowed very early in life.

Synonyms and related words
original initial early
2.2

near the beginning of an event or activity

Example

It's best not to rush things this early in your career.

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original initial early
3

near the beginning of a piece of writing

Example

This point was discussed earlier in the chapter.

Synonyms and related words
above below after
4

soon enough to avoid problems

Example

If we begin the treatment early, we have a better chance of success.

Synonyms and related words
soon shortly just
Definition early in American English