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late
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adverb, adjective
adverb “late”
late
happening after the expected or usual time
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Despite setting multiple alarms, I woke up
late
and missed my morning meeting.
occurring at an advanced hour, especially in the evening
Why are you calling me so
late
?
happening toward the end of a specific time frame
She realized her passion for painting
late
in life, starting her first class at 60.
formerly working for or serving in
Major Thompson,
late
of the Royal Navy, shared tales of his adventures at sea.
adjective “late”
late
,
later
,
latest
not happening or arriving at the expected time
The train was
late
, so I missed my meeting.
close to the end of a specific time period
We decided to take a walk in the
late
evening when the streets were quieter.
specifically referring to a time in the evening
By the time we finished dinner, it was already
late
and the stars were out.
related to the final phase of a particular period
The
late
Victorian era was known for its strict social norms and elaborate fashion.
levied as an extra charge for being past a payment deadline
My rent payment was overdue, so I had to pay a
late
fee along with it.
missing a menstrual cycle when it was expected
She was worried because she was two weeks
late
and decided to visit the doctor.
referring to someone who has passed away
His
late
mother was a renowned painter in her community.
(of a position) recently holding, but not anymore
The
late
mayor was greatly respected in our community.
earth
lambent
even
clock