What does "Premature" mean?

born before full term

Synonym: early, untimely Opposite: late, timely

"Premature" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

This baby is clearly not premature.

— The Office S8E13

Don't you worry your victory lap might be premature?

— Gossip Girl S4E17

YOU FAILED TO MENTION SHE'S PREMATURE, UNDERWEIGHT AND ADDICTED TO NARCOTICS.

— Grey's Anatomy S2E3

so storm of the century might be a little bit premature.

— How I Met Your Mother S4E13

When Mitchell was born, he was a month premature...

— Modern Family S5E13

I think that's premature.

— Parks and Recreation S4E1

Pardon me for interrupting your premature celebration,

— Ratatouille

If it's about you becoming senior partner, I think it's a little premature.

— Suits S5E8

"Premature" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 13 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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