timely

UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈtaɪmli/US:USA pronunciation: IPA and respellingUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˈtaɪmli/ ,USA pronunciation: respelling(tīm′lē)

Inflections of 'timely' (adj):
timelier
adj comparative
timeliest
adj superlative

timely
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Sense: Adjective: punctual
Synonyms:
punctual Collocations, on time, prompt Collocations, in good time
Antonyms:
unfavorable, ill-timed, inappropriate Collocations, inopportune, unwelcome, untimely, awkward Collocations, belated Collocations, overdue Collocations, unsuitable, behind the times, out of date, at the worst possible moment
Sense: Adjective: speedy
Synonyms:
speedy, quick Collocations, swift Collocations, fast Collocations, prompt Collocations, immediate Collocations, rapid, ready Collocations, expeditious
Sense: Adjective: opportune
Synonyms:
opportune, well-timed, convenient Collocations, seasonable, fortunate Collocations, lucky Collocations, appropriate Collocations, suitable Collocations, ripe Collocations, apropos, at the right time, welcome Collocations, favorable, favourable (UK), right Collocations, expedient


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