Definition

To delay something to a later time or date.

Example

We had to postpone the meeting because of the bad weather.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, do you think we should postpone our meeting until next week?

Yeah, I think that's a good idea; it gives us more time to prepare.

Exactly! I really want to make sure we cover everything important.

For sure, it’s better to have a solid plan than to rush into it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Postpone → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "ponere" (meaning to place). The word means to place something after a scheduled time or delay it.

Memory Tip

Think of placing something 'after' ('post-') its original time ('ponere') — that's why postpone means to delay.

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