Timely

adjective
/ˈtaɪm.li/

Meaning

happening at the right time; punctual
Done or occurring at a favorable or useful time; opportune.

Example Sentences

His timely arrival saved the meeting.

Her timely advice helped me avoid a big mistake.

Example Expressions

timely intervention

Synonyms

punctual, prompt, opportune, well-timed, appropriate, suitable, convenient
Entry 1
punctual, prompt, opportune, well-timed
Entry 2
prompt, punctual, appropriate, suitable, convenient

Antonyms

untimely, late, delayed, tardy
Entry 1
untimely, late, delayed, tardy
Entry 2
late, delayed, untimely

Collocations

timely manner, timely response, timely intervention, timely warning, timely advice, timely action
Entry 1
timely manner, timely response, timely intervention, timely warning
Entry 2
timely manner, timely advice, timely response, timely action

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