earlier
The word “earlier” has 2 syllables: ear-lier
It's pronounced as /ˈɜːrliər/
What is synonym and antonym for earlier?
In the thesaurus, “earlier” has 28 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for earlier along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for earlier
- a priori
- afore
- ahead
- already
- antecedently
- anteriorly
- before
- before long
- before now
- beforehand
- early
- erelong
- first
- first off
- former
- formerly
- in advance
- now
- past
- preceding
- preliminarily
- prematurely
- presently
- previous
- previously
- prior
- shortly
- soon
Antonyms for earlier
- after
- afterward
- afterwards
- behind
- by and by
- later
- next
- subsequently
Meanings of earlier
- adjective
- At a time in advance of the usual or expected event.
- Arriving a time before expected; sooner than on time.
- Near the start or beginning.
- Having begun to occur; in its early stages.
- Of a star or class of stars, hotter than the sun.
- adverb
- At a time before expected; sooner than usual.
- Soon; in good time; seasonably.
Example Sentences
- She mentioned the important details earlier in the meeting.
- The store closed earlier than usual due to the holiday.
- He wished he had studied the material earlier for the exam.
- The sun set earlier during the winter months.
- They finished their work earlier than expected, allowing time for relaxation.
On this page you'll find 36 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to earlier, such as: a priori, afore, after, afterward, afterwards, ahead, already.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.