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PREMATURE

(adj., adj.sat, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Premature.

How to pronounce premature:

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Premature - as an adjective

Born after a gestation period of less than the normal time

Example: "A premature infant"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
full-term

Premature - as an adjective satellite

Too soon or too hasty

Example: "Our condemnation of him was a bit previous"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
previous

Uncommonly early or before the expected time

Example: "Illness led to his premature death"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
untimely

Premature - as a noun

An infant born prematurely

Example Sentences

"The baby was born premature and required immediate medical attention."
"The premature rainstorm caught us off guard."
"The team's premature celebration ended in disappointment when the opponent scored a last-minute goal."
"Her premature decision to quit her job without having another one lined up caused financial difficulties."
"The flowers withered due to the premature frost."
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Word Game Points

Is PREMATURE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, premature is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PREMATURE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PREMATURE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, premature is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREMATURE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is PREMATURE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, premature is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREMATURE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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