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punctual

[ˈpʌŋktʃuəl]

punctual Definition

happening or doing something at the agreed or proper time; on time.

Using punctual: Examples

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

  • Example

    She is always punctual for her appointments.

  • Example

    The train arrived punctually at 9 am.

  • Example

    He is known for being punctual in his work.

  • Example

    It's important to be punctual for job interviews.

punctual Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for punctual

Antonyms for punctual

Phrases with punctual

  • so punctual that it becomes a negative trait, often leading to impatience or inflexibility

    Example

    He is punctual to a fault, always arriving too early and getting annoyed when others are not as prompt.

  • payment made on time, without delay or lateness

    Example

    The company prides itself on punctual payment of its suppliers.

  • regular and timely attendance, without being late or absent

    Example

    The school requires punctual attendance from its students.

Origins of punctual

from Latin 'punctus', meaning 'point'

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Summary: punctual in Brief

The term 'punctual' [ˈpʌŋktʃuəl] refers to doing something at the agreed or proper time, exemplified by 'She is always punctual for her appointments.' It can be used to describe people, events, or payments, as in 'punctual payment.' 'Punctual' is a formal term that has synonyms like 'prompt' and 'timely,' and antonyms like 'late' and 'delayed.'