What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
timeous
Example
The timeous arrival of the ambulance saved the patient's life. [timeous: adjective]
Example
It is important to be timeous when submitting your application for the job. [timeous: adverb]
opportune
Example
The rain came at an opportune moment, just as the crops needed watering. [opportune: adjective]
Example
I took the opportune moment to ask my boss for a raise when he was in a good mood. [opportune: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Opportune is more commonly used than timeous in everyday language, especially in American English. Timeous is more commonly used in formal or technical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between timeous and opportune?
Timeous is typically associated with a formal or technical tone, while opportune is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
