early (EN)

adjective, adverb

adjective “early”

1. arriving or happening before the expected time
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   She caught an early train to avoid the morning rush.
2. from the first part of a historical period or cultural movement
   The artist's early paintings show a different style than his later masterpieces.
3. just starting to happen or develop
   The doctor said the disease was in its early phase, so treatment should be effective.

adverb “early”

1. close to the start of a time period, event, or activity
   She woke up early in the morning to watch the sunrise.
2. before the time that is usual, expected, or planned
   She decided to go home early to avoid the heavy traffic.