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prematurely

/ˌpriː.məˈtʃʊər.li/
pre · ma · ture · ly
Adjective:premature
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• adverb

1

Before the due, expected, or proper time; too early or hastily.

Example

"The committee decided not to announce the results prematurely before all the data had been verified."

2

Before the completion of the normal period of gestation (of a birth or infant).

Example

"Although the twins were born six weeks prematurely, they grew into healthy and active toddlers."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'premature' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Premature' derives from the Latin 'praematurus' ('very early' or 'untimely'), combining 'prae-' ('before') and 'maturus' ('ripe' or 'timely').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Prematurely. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/prematurely
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