English adjective: timely | |||
1. | timely before a time limit expires | ||
Samples | The timely filing of his income tax return. | ||
Similar | punctual | ||
Antonyms | unpunctual | ||
2. | timely done or happening at the appropriate or proper time | ||
Samples | A timely warning. With timely treatment the patient has a good chance of recovery. A seasonable time for discussion. The book's publication was well timed. | ||
Synonyms | seasonable, well timed, well-timed | ||
Similar | opportune | ||
Antonyms | inopportune | ||
English adverb: timely | |||
1. | timely at an opportune time | ||
Samples | Your letter arrived apropos. | ||
Synonyms | apropos, seasonably, well-timed | ||