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 That’s according to Respawn First, which noted that the system would rely on signals relayed by the game engine to choose opportune times to serve gamers in-game commercials. — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 23 Sep. 2026 To Saubert, though, Fleury stands out much more for his skill than his opportune wisecracks. — Andrew Destin, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026 Four decades into the Air Jordan line, now could be an opportune time for Jordan Brand to borrow from Bryant’s Nike line and re-cement its own legacy. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 Learning how to choose the most opportune strategies, size positions properly, manage trades and navigate a trading platform all require practice. — Michael Martin, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 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
  • There are trendy accessories that aren’t too timely, classic leather goods with subtle logos, and quite a few statement pieces for the more adventurous dressers among us.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Nolan Traoré found his jumper after halftime, Julius Randle added timely baskets and passes, and Day’Ron Sharpe kept working the glass.
    — C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of timely
Adjective
  • That's what made Thursday's earnings report such an anticipated event — a chance to update investors on its progress and show what's in store for next year.
    — Kevin Stankiewicz,Jeff Marks, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Now, with the release of the feature-length animated The Cat in the Hat, the company kicks off an anticipated three-film slate and a year-long celebration of Geisel’s seven decades of influence.
    — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of anticipated
Adjective
  • The jacket comes in 10 different fall-appropriate colors, each with a contrasting plaid lining that peeks out when the cuff is turned up.
    — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 2026
  • For example, a floor-only cleaning session may be appropriate for routine debris removal, while full-coverage cleaning can be selected when walls, slopes and the waterline also require attention.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of appropriate
Adjective
  • The administration said the work could begin as soon as the approval and the Interior Department issued a final decision authorizing construction and the proper notification was published by the National Park Service.
    — MATTHEW DALY, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Without proper circulation, harmful fungi have an optimal environment for invading your lawn.
    — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of proper
Adjective
  • The 17 Pro line also launched in a bold orange color that was good and well-timed, a nice silver, and a great deep blue.
    — Jay Peters, The Verge, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The piece was well-timed, a matter both of luck and basic contrarian impulses.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of well-timed
Adjective
  • If we were left solely to the wordy wit of legislators in Congress for our guidance, uncorrected by the seasonable experience and the effectual complaints of the people, America would not long retain her rank among the nations.
    — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Temperatures are seasonable with highs in the upper 70s to mid 80s.
    — Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of seasonable
Adjective
  • The ability to choose between these approaches makes the K70 suitable for both regular upkeep and more comprehensive cleaning sessions.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Instead of functioning only as large electricity consumers, facilities with suitable on-site generation could potentially support the wider power system when connected to the grid.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of suitable
Adjective
  • Despite their relative advantage on issues, the Democratic Party is not much more popular with voters than the Republicans.
    — Jill Colvin, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Luna, meanwhile, has presided over a period of relative calm at the Hall of Justice.
    — Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
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“Opportune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportune. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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