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belated

[bih-ley-tid]

belated Definition

  • 1coming or happening later than should have been the case
  • 2delayed beyond the usual time

Using belated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "belated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I apologize for my belated response to your email.

  • Example

    He sent a belated birthday card to his friend.

  • Example

    The company's belated efforts to address the issue were not enough.

  • Example

    The train arrived at the station in a belated manner.

belated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for belated

Antonyms for belated

Phrases with belated

  • belated congratulations

    congratulations given after an event has already happened

    Example

    I know it's belated, but congratulations on your promotion!

  • a birthday that has already passed

    Example

    I'm sorry I missed your belated birthday celebration.

  • a wedding gift given after the wedding has already taken place

    Example

    I finally got around to sending them their belated wedding gift.

Origins of belated

from be- (as an intensifier) + late, meaning 'late in the day'

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Summary: belated in Brief

'Belated' [bih-ley-tid] means coming or happening later than it should have. It is often used to apologize for a delayed response or action, as in 'I apologize for my belated response to your email.' 'Belated' can also refer to events that have already passed, such as 'belated congratulations' or 'belated birthday.'

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