Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sooner

adverb
/ˈsuːnər/
Definition
at an earlier time; before something else happens.
Examples
  • She would rather finish her homework sooner than later.
  • If you call him sooner, you might catch him at home.
  • We should leave sooner to avoid traffic.
Meaning
Sooner refers to an earlier point in time, especially in comparison to another event or time frame.
Synonyms
  • earlier
  • before
  • previously