Tardily

usgb/ˈtɑːrdɪli/
adverb

Doing something after the expected or usual time.

He tardily apologized for his mistake
Visual representation of "tardily" - Doing something after the expected or usual time

Often appears as...

  • arrive tardily
  • respond tardily
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Time Sensitivity

Use 'tardily' to indicate a lack of promptness that may cause inconvenience or annoyance.

Illustration for Time Sensitivity
He was warned that arriving tardily would result in a docked paycheck.
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Negative Implication

'Tardily' often carries a negative tone, suggesting irresponsibility or disrespect.

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The project was completed tardily, which frustrated the team.
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Rare Usage

The word 'tardily' is not commonly used; 'late' is more frequent in everyday conversation.

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She noticed his habit of arriving tardily to meetings.
Visual representation of the word "Tardily"

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