Definition

The condition of happening at an inappropriate or unsuitable time.

Example

His untimeliness in submitting the report caused delays in the project.

Conversation

Have you noticed how his untimeliness is becoming a real issue?

Yeah, it’s frustrating when he shows up so late.

I can't believe he still doesn't care about being on time.

Right? It makes it hard to plan anything with him around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Untimeliness → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "timely" (from Old English "timely", meaning occurring at the right time) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "untimeliness" refers to the state of not occurring at the right time.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'timely', which means at the right time, and then adding 'ness' to indicate a state. This helps you remember that 'untimeliness' means the state of not being at the right time.

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