belated

/bɪˈleɪtɪd/adjective

Arriving or done after the proper or expected time.

Example sentences

“Sorry this is a belated reply; your email got buried in my inbox.”
“My aunt sent me a belated card three days after my birthday.”

Overwhelmingly used in "belated birthday wishes" and "a belated apology". It carries a small note of guilt about the lateness.

Synonyms for belated

late
overdue
tardy
delayed

Antonyms

early
timely
prompt

Related words

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