later

adverb
/ˈleɪtər/

Meaning

At a time subsequent to a reference time; afterwards.

Example Sentences

We will discuss the details later.

Example Expressions

sooner or later

Synonyms

afterwards, subsequently, eventually, afterward, in time

Antonyms

earlier, before, prior

Collocations

later stage, later time, later date, talk later

More Example Sentences

Please call me back later.

He is likely to call later.

He is likely to call you later.

They could change their minds later.

I asked my friend to remind me later.

He wonders if he should call now or later.

Is milk boiled with tea, or is it mixed later?

We prefer to rest now rather than get sick later.

Is sugar boiled with coffee, or is it added later?

If Sarah studies at the right time, she can pass the exam easily, otherwise she can’t do it later.

Related Vocabularies

In or to any place.
In a way that shows no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong.
In addition; besides.
in a way that produces a lot of sound; with a high volume
frequently, many times
in a way that relates to the mind or intellect rather than the body

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