Definition

A person who delays or puts off something to a later time.

Example

She is a postponer, always pushing her deadlines to the last minute.

Conversation

I really need to stop being such a postponer with my assignments.

I get it! It's easy to put things off, especially when they're boring.

Yeah, I keep telling myself I'll do it tomorrow, but tomorrow never comes.

You should set a deadline for yourself; it might help you stop being a postponer!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

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

Memory Tip

Think of placing something 'after' ('post-') — that's why postponer means to delay or put off.

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