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

adjective
1. At a time in advance of the usual or expected event.
2. Arriving a time before expected; sooner than on time.
3. Near the start or beginning.
4. Having begun to occur; in its early stages.
5. Of a star or class of stars, hotter than the sun.
adverb
1. At a time before expected; sooner than usual.
2. Soon; in good time; seasonably.

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.

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