(comparative and superlative of `early\\\') more early than; most early;
\\\"a fashion popular in earlier times\\\"
\\\"his earlier work reflects the influence of his teacher\\\"
\\\"Verdi\\\'s earliest and most raucous opera\\\"
Adverb:
with the least delay;
\\\"the soonest I can arrive is 3 P.M.\\\"
造句
用作名詞(n.)
We will give you a reply on Friday at the earliest. 我們最早在星期五給你答覆。
用作形容詞(adj.)
They were the earliest settlers in America. 他們是最早去美國的移民。
Please deliver the goods at your earliest convenience. 請盡早送貨。