First Known Use: 15th century
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opportune
adjective op·por·tune \ˌä-pər-ˈtün, -ˈtyün\
: suitable or right for a particular situation
: done or happening at the right time
Full Definition of OPPORTUNE
1
: suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence <an opportune moment>
2
: occurring at an appropriate time <an opportune offer of assistance>
— op·por·tune·ly adverb
— op·por·tune·ness \-ˈt(y)ün-nəs\ noun
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Origin of OPPORTUNE
Related to OPPORTUNE
- Synonyms
- timely, seasonable, well-timed
- Antonyms
- inopportune, unseasonable, untimely
Rhymes with OPPORTUNE
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