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BELATED

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Belated.

Belated - as an adjective satellite

After the expected or usual time; delayed

Example: "A belated birthday card"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
late4tardy9

Belated - as a verb

To retard; cause something to be late; delay; benight.

Belated - as an adjective

Later in relation to the proper time something should have happened.

Example: "Happy belated birthday!"

Example Sentences

"I apologize for my belated response to your email."
"She sent me a belated birthday card."
"The belated arrival of the pizza disappointed us."
"After a belated start, the project finally gained momentum."
"They offered belated congratulations on his promotion."
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Word Game Points

Is BELATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, belated is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BELATED has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is BELATED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, belated is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BELATED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is BELATED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, belated is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BELATED has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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