Synonyms of later

later 1 of 2

adverb

ˈlā-tər 

as in afterward

following in time or place

we're going to go to the mall later on

Synonyms & Similar Words

• afterward
• after
• thereafter
• subsequently
• soon
• next
• then
• latterly
• since
• hereafter
• thereupon
• by and by
• infra
• presently
• hereinbelow

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• earlier
• before
• previously
• ahead
• beforehand
• anteriorly
• formerly
• afore
• antecedently
• heretofore
• theretofore

later

2 of 2

adjective

ˈlā-tər 

as in subsequent

being, occurring, or carried out at a time after something else

the details of the plan will be filled in at a later date

Synonyms & Similar Words

• subsequent
• ensuing
• after
• late
• latest
• latter
• posterior
• final
• last
• eventual
• following
• delayed
• concluding
• behind
• belated
• slow
• closing
• terminal
• ultimate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• previous
• prior
• former
• early
• precedent
• fore
• foregoing
• anterior
• preceding
• premature
• advanced
• antecedent
• advance

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of later

Adverb

After the ruling, the administration pivoted to a more complex backup plan — a global 10% tariff that’s set to expire later this month - and launched new Section 301 investigations. — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

The actor also celebrated with fans during the Knicks’ championship parade in New York City and later reflected on the team’s Eastern Conference Finals run in an Instagram Stories post after one of the victories. — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

Adjective

Additional premiere details will be announced at a later date. — Denise Petski, Deadline, 16 July 2026

Allen’s later statement on StubHub is referring to a CBC investigation that found that StubHub CEO Eric Baker has a separate business to sell concert tickets. — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026

Phrases Containing later

• sooner or later