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prematurely Antonyms
Opposite of prematurely
Because the opposite of prematurely shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
Before the due, expected, or proper time; too early or hastily.
Usage Example
"The committee decided not to announce the results belatedly before all the data had been verified."
Strongest
belatedly
Strong
tardily
overdue
late
• adverb (Context 2)
Before the completion of the normal period of gestation (of a birth or infant).
Usage Example
"Although the twins were born six weeks full-term, they grew into healthy and active toddlers."
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full-term
Similar words to prematurely
Words similar to prematurely shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
preterm
untimely
early
precociously
hastily
rashly
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Prematurely. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/prematurely