Opportune

/ˌɒp.əˈtjuːn/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Well-timed; occurring at a favorable or useful moment.

The announcement came at an opportune moment, just before the election.

Appropriate or suitable for a particular purpose.

Her opportune remarks helped to ease the tension in the room.

Occurring at a time that is convenient for someone.

The rain came at an opportune time, right after we finished the harvest.

From Latin 'opportunus', meaning 'favorable' or 'toward the port', literally indicating a favorable wind for sailing.

opportune moment:

a time that is especially suitable for doing something

opportune time:

a time that is favorable for an action or event

opportune circumstances:

conditions that are advantageous or beneficial

perfect timing

He showed up just when I needed help, talk about opportune!

smooth sailing

Everything went smoothly and it felt like it was just opportune.