Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

premature-celebration

noun

prɪˈmeɪtʃər ˌsɛlɪˈbreɪʃən

Definition

The act of celebrating something before it is fully realized or certain to happen.

Examples

Winning the game meant a lot to the team, but they learned not to have a premature celebration until the final whistle.
Her premature celebration of the promotion led to awkward conversations when the decision was postponed.

Meaning

A premature celebration refers to expressing joy or satisfaction over an event that has not yet occurred or that might not occur as expected, often leading to disappointment or embarrassment if the outcome is unfavorable.