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premature

Pronunciation: [ˈpriːməˌtʃʊr]

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Learn how to use premature in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “development”

(adjective) when something happens too early or before the right time. It’s like when a baby is born before it is fully ready to be born.

Example

The doctor said that the premature baby is growing stronger every day.

Example

If a flower blooms too prematurely, it might not survive the cold.

Example

What are the risks of a premature birth for the baby?

Context: “decisions”

(adjective) when someone makes a decision or judgment too soon, without thinking it through. It’s like deciding to play outside without checking if it’s going to rain.

Example

Her premature decision to buy the dress was made without considering her budget.

Example

His premature conclusion about the game was proven wrong after watching the whole match.

Example

Why was it considered a premature judgment to declare the winner so early?

How to pronounce premature

Pronunciation: [ˈpriːməˌtʃʊr]

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