First Known Use: 1670
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belated
adjective be·lat·ed \bi-ˈlā-təd, bē-\
: happening or coming very late or too late
Full Definition of BELATED
1
: delayed beyond the usual time
2
: existing or appearing past the normal or proper time
— be·lat·ed·ly adverb
— be·lat·ed·ness noun
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Origin of BELATED
past participle of belate (to make late)
Related to BELATED
- Synonyms
- behind, behindhand, late, delinquent, latish, overdue, tardy
- Antonyms
- early, inopportune, precocious, premature, unseasonable, untimely
BELATED Defined for Kids
belated
adjective be·lat·ed \bi-ˈlā-təd\
Definition of BELATED for Kids
: happening or coming very late or too late <belated birthday wishes>
— be·lat·ed·ly adverb
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