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belated

adjective
/bɪˈleɪtɪd/

Meaning

coming or happening later than expected or usual

Example Sentences

She sent me a belated birthday card.

Example Expressions

belated congratulations

Synonyms

late, overdue, delayed, tardy

Antonyms

timely, prompt

Collocations

belated birthday, belated apology, belated recognition

Related Vocabularies

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