Prematurely

/ˌpriː.məˈtʃʊr.əl.i/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

Before the proper or expected time; too early.

The baby was born prematurely and required special care in the neonatal unit.

In a manner that is not fully developed or thought through.

The decision was made prematurely, leading to unexpected consequences.

Before the usual or expected time in a negative context.

They prematurely celebrated their victory, only to lose in the final moments of the game.

In a way that suggests something is finished or established before it is fully ready.

He felt he had prematurely committed to the project without considering all the details.

From Latin 'praematurus', meaning 'too early, ripe before its time'.

premature aging

The process of aging that occurs earlier than normal.

premature ejaculation

A sexual dysfunction where ejaculation occurs sooner than desired.

premature birth

Birth that occurs before 37 weeks of pregnancy.

premature

Occurring or done before the usual or proper time.

maturate

To reach maturity or full development.

To do something too soon.

He pulled the trigger prematurely on that investment.

When someone or something is not ready yet.

She was acting prematurely when she announced her engagement.