punctual

punc·tu·al

adj \ˈpəŋk-chə-wəl, -chəl\

Definition of PUNCTUAL

: being on time : prompt

— punc·tu·al·i·ty \ˌpəŋk-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē\ noun

— punc·tu·al·ly \ˈpəŋk-chə-wə-lē, -chə-lē\ adverb

Examples of PUNCTUAL

1. <the punctual delivery of the daily mail>

Origin of PUNCTUAL

Middle English, having a sharp point, from Medieval Latin punctualis of a point, from Latin punctus pricking, point, from pungere to prick — more at pungent

First Known Use: 1675

Related to PUNCTUAL

Synonyms: immediate, prompt, speedy, timely

Antonyms: belated, late, tardy

Related Words: apt, quick, ready, swift, willing; opportune, seasonable; early

Near Antonyms: delinquent, latish, overdue; behind, behindhand, delayed, detained; dilatory, laggard, slow

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