"Early" refers to something happening or occurring before the expected or usual time. It means doing or starting something earlier than normal. Full definition
For me, I take my quiet time by coming in early in the morning. (allwork.space)
Children should learn how to make good decisions as early in life as possible. (entrepreneur.com)
And I'm hoping that by seeing that right away that it would raise questions and concerns a woman might not have thought of early on. (crunchydomesticgoddess.com)