earliest
The word “earliest” has 3 syllables: ear-li-est.
It's pronounced as /ˈɜːrlɪɪst/.
What is synonym and antonym for earliest?
In the thesaurus, “earliest” has 4 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for earliest along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for earliest
- first
- foremost
- initial
- original
Antonyms for earliest
- final
- last
- latest
- latter
- ultimate
Meanings of earliest
- 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 arrived at the airport in the earliest hours of the morning.
- The earliest memories of childhood often shape one's personality.
- The team completed the project well before the earliest deadline.
- His interest in astronomy began during his earliest years of schooling.
- The earliest signs of spring brought a burst of color to the garden.
On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to earliest, such as: final, first, foremost, initial, last, latest, latter.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.