untimely

/ʌntˈa‍ɪmli/

/ənˈtaɪmɫi/

untimely

too soon; in a premature manner

untimely

uncommonly early or before the expected time

synonyms : premature

happening at a time that is not suitable or expected

synonyms : ill-timed

Examples

1. His statue, however, met a more untimely end.

2. And in real life, his untimely death sadly mirrored his role.

3. Untimely injuries and another monster from the '84 draft class made for devastating collapses during Jordan's absence.

4. Bourdain's untimely death at the age of 61 had a profound impact on Ripert.