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earlier

[ˈɜːrliə(r)]

earlier Definition

  • 1comparative of 'early': happening or done before the usual or expected time
  • 2comparative of 'early': near the beginning of a period of time

Using earlier: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "earlier" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I woke up earlier than usual today.

  • Example

    The meeting was scheduled for 10am, but it started earlier than that.

  • Example

    I had seen the movie earlier, so I knew what was going to happen.

  • Example

    We should leave earlier if we want to avoid traffic.

  • Example

    I finished my work earlier than expected.

earlier Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for earlier

Antonyms for earlier

Phrases with earlier

  • used to emphasize that something happens or is true from a very early time

    Example

    As early as the 15th century, people were using this method of transportation.

  • the early bird catches the worm

    if you wake up and start work early, you will succeed

    Example

    I always get to the office early because the early bird catches the worm.

  • a period of time at the beginning of something when not much is known about it

    Example

    It's still early days, but I think this project has a lot of potential.

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Summary: earlier in Brief

'Earlier' [ˈɜːrliə(r)] is the comparative form of 'early,' meaning before the usual or expected time or near the beginning of a period. It is often used in phrases like 'as early as' and 'early days.' The idiom 'the early bird catches the worm' emphasizes the importance of starting work early.