Timely

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