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tem·​pes·​tive | \ (ˈ)tem¦pestiv \

Definition of tempestive

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: occurring at a proper time or season : opportune, timely

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History and Etymology for tempestive

Latin tempestivus, from tempestus period of time, season (from tempus time) + -ivus -ive

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“Tempestive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tempestive. Accessed 21 May. 2022.

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