Meaning & Definition of word "Lately"
Lately
/ˈleɪt.li/
adverb:
- 1. In the near past; recently.
- Example: I have been feeling quite tired lately.
- 2. During the recent past period.
- Example: Lately, I've been thinking about changing my job.
- 3. Not long ago; in the last few days, weeks, or months.
- Example: Have you seen him lately?
- 4. In a manner pertaining to recent events.
- Example: Lately, the weather has been unpredictable.
Etymology
●Middle English 'lateli', derived from 'late' + '-ly'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lately and lately:
Referring to events or actions that have occurred recently.
lately I’ve been thinking:
A phrase used to introduce thoughts or reflections in a recent context.
lately, a lot has changed:
Indicating significant changes that have happened in a short time.
Related Words
late:
occurring after the expected or usual time.
recent:
having happened or started only a short time ago.
current:
belonging to the present time.
Slang Meanings of lately
Meaning: Recently or not long ago.
● Example Sentence: I started a new diet lately.
Meaning: In the near past.
● Example Sentence: Have you heard from Jane lately?