timely

adjective
/ˈtaɪmli/

Meaning

Done or occurring at a favorable or useful time; opportune.
happening at the right time; punctual

Example Sentences

Her timely advice helped me avoid a big mistake.

His timely arrival saved the meeting.

Example Expressions

timely intervention

Synonyms

prompt, punctual, appropriate, suitable, convenient, opportune, well-timed
Entry 1
prompt, punctual, appropriate, suitable, convenient
Entry 2
punctual, prompt, opportune, well-timed

Antonyms

late, delayed, untimely, tardy
Entry 1
late, delayed, untimely
Entry 2
untimely, late, delayed, tardy

Collocations

timely manner, timely advice, timely response, timely action, timely intervention, timely warning
Entry 1
timely manner, timely advice, timely response, timely action
Entry 2
timely manner, timely response, timely intervention, timely warning

More Example Sentences

Effective feedback should be specific, timely, and action-oriented.

I have always delivered work on time and I expect timely payment in return.

Making timely payments will ensure faster and priority service in the future.

Timely payment is the foundation of mutual trust and professional relationships.

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having many hills; characterized by hills or slopes
able to be heard; loud enough to hear
showing compassion or forgiveness; kind and forgiving

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