timely

adjective

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time·ly | \ ˈtīm-lē

timelier; timeliest

Definition of timely

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : coming early or at the right time a timely decision timely payment

2 : appropriate or adapted to the times or the occasion a timely book

timely

adverb

Definition of timely (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : in time : opportunely the question was not … timely raised in the state court— W. O. Douglas

2 archaic : early, soon

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Synonyms & Antonyms for timely

Synonyms: Adjective

Antonyms: Adjective

Examples of timely in a Sentence

Adjective Her very timely book examines the effects of global warming on the world's climates. She always responds to my requests in a timely fashion .

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