adverb “late”
- happening after the expected or usual time
Mellen Iech un, fir d'Iwwersetzungen vun den Beispillsätz an d'monolingual Definitioune vun all Wuert ze gesinn.
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, Komp. later, Sup. 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.