well-timed

adjective

\ ˈwel-ˈtīmd

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Definition of well-timed

: happening at an opportune moment : timely a well-timed announcement

Synonyms & Antonyms for well-timed

Synonyms

opportune, seasonable, timely

Antonyms

inopportune, unseasonable, untimely

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well-thought-of

well-thought-out

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The first known use of well-timed was in 1604

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well-timed

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of well-timed

: done or happening at a good or suitable time

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