tardy

adjective
/ˈtɑːrdi/

Meaning

Delayed; arriving or happening late.

Example Sentences

The student received a warning for being tardy to class.

Example Expressions

tardy slip

Synonyms

late, delayed, sluggish, unpunctual, overdue

Antonyms

early, punctual, timely

Collocations

tardy arrival, tardy student, tardy response, tardy slip

Related Vocabularies

showing or feeling opposition, dislike, or hatred
without purpose or direction; lacking a goal
relaxed, friendly, and not following strict rules or conventions
Selfless, showing concern for others' welfare without self-interest.
showing an overt and often offensive sexual desire
not compulsory; left to choice

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