punctuality

noun

punc·​tu·​al·​i·​ty ˌpəŋ(k)chəˈwalətē 

-(k)sh-, 

-lətē, 

-i

plural -es

1

: the quality or state of being punctual

especially : the characteristic of being prompt in keeping engagements

2

obsolete

a

: a fine or nice point : an instance of precision, scrupulosity, fastidiousness, or punctiliousness

b

: a requisite of behavior or etiquette : punctilio

3

: punctilious observance : punctiliousness

strictest punctuality to the family hours would be expected

—Jane Austen

Word History

Etymology

punctual + -ity

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Rhymes for punctuality

• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality
• communality
• cordiality
• corporeality
• criminality
• criticality
• functionality
• generality
• geniality
• hospitality