inopportunely

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌɪnəˈpɔːrtʃuːnli/

KK: /ɪnˈɑːpərtʃuːnli/

adverb

Definition

In a way that is not suitable or convenient for a particular situation.

Example

He arrived inopportunely during the meeting, causing a distraction.

Conversation

I can't believe it started raining inopportunely right before our picnic.

I know, right? It always seems to happen at the worst times.

Exactly! We should really check the weather next time.

Definitely! That way, we can avoid any inopportunely timed plans.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

ill-timed

untimely

inconveniently

Antonyms

opportunely

timely

conveniently

Root Explanation

Inopportunely → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "opportunus" (from Latin, meaning suitable or favorable) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "inopportunely" means in a manner that is not suitable or favorable, often referring to something happening at an inconvenient time.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'suitable' ('opportunus') to remember that 'inopportunely' describes something that happens at an unsuitable or inconvenient time.

Visually Confused Words

unopportunely