opportune

adjective

ˌä-pər-ˈtün How to pronounce opportune (audio)
Definition of opportunenext
as in timely
especially suitable for a certain time an opportune rain shower gave them an excuse to leave the outdoor concert early

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Recent Examples of opportune So Silicon Valley is a place where Musk arrives quite young and at a quite opportune time in 1995, just as the dot-com boom is kicking off. — Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026 The news couldn't have come at a more opportune time, as the world is seemingly on the brink of nuclear war for reasons completely unrelated to the alien conspiracies at the heart of the film. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026 The Paragon's layout benefits from opportune timing. — New Atlas, 4 June 2026 The timing was opportune given the chaos caused by Swalwell. — Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for opportune
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opportune
  1. timely
  2. anticipated
  3. appropriate
  4. proper
  5. well-timed
  6. seasonable
  7. suitable
  8. relative
Adjective
  • After all, no one throws a parade because your financials are timely or your contracts are organized, but over time, people notice.
    — ByThad L. Bench, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • But a severe shortage of human court reporters has led to months-long delays in proceedings, including in some, like requests for domestic violence restraining orders, that require timely responses.
    — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of timely
Adjective
  • While the Freedom were the main event, plenty of competition preceded the anticipated matchup.
    — Ava DiCecca, Sun Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2026
  • That refers to a liability that an insurer may need to cover if future premiums are not enough to pay for anticipated claims and expenses.
    — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of anticipated
Adjective
  • People who have not exercised regularly and who have chronic medical conditions or physical limitations should consult with their healthcare provider about what level and type of exercise is appropriate for them.
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • And right now in this country, the rights of disabled people are under attack, and especially their wellbeing and their access to appropriate healthcare.
    — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of appropriate
Adjective
  • Watson said Martinez was known for riding responsibly and always wearing proper safety gear.
    — Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Of course, no proper French meal would be complete without wine.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of proper
Adjective
  • The chaos is fluid, governed by its own bizarre internal logic, and the swings at comedy feel refreshing and well-timed.
    — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Aug. 2026
  • MacAllister’s movement is well-timed, emerging from Embolo’s blindside at the right moment to nip in front.
    — Stuart James, New York Times, 12 July 2026
Definition of well-timed
Adjective
  • Highs will stay seasonable, with another chance for storms possible around midweek.
    — Chris Shaffer, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The coast-to-coast heat is expected to break later in the month, with a region of more seasonable weather in the Northeast in the Climate Prediction Center's 3-4 week outlook.
    — Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of seasonable
Adjective
  • In the long run, leaders are confident the 19 new boats will prove suitable replacements for the Ohios.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • One of the conditions included the owner's agreement to help existing Ansley Park residents find suitable housing.
    — Emily McLeod, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of suitable
Adjective
  • The insecurity has forced some health and aid workers to leave remote Ebola hot spots for the relative safety of the provincial capital, Bunia.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The relative resilience of global markets during the first five months of the Hormuz disruption could reinforce confidence in the adaptability of the global oil and gas system rather than exacerbate fears about it.
    — Jason Bordoff, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026
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“Opportune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportune. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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