Meaning & Definition of Timely in English
English⟶
Timely
/taɪmli/
adjective
1. Before a time limit expires
- "The timely filing of his income tax return"
synonym:
- timely
2. Done or happening at the appropriate or proper time
- "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"
synonym:
- timely,
- seasonable,
- well-timed(a),
- well timed(p)
adverb
1. At an opportune time
- "Your letter arrived apropos"
synonym:
- seasonably,
- timely,
- well-timed,
- apropos
Examples of using
You must perform all assignments in a timely manner.