Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bad-timing

Noun
/bæd ˈtaɪmɪŋ/
Definition
The act of doing something at an inappropriate or inconvenient time.
Examples
  • She missed the bus because of her bad timing in leaving the house.
  • His joke fell flat due to the bad timing of the meeting.
  • Investing in the stock market at that moment was a case of bad timing.
Meaning
Bad timing refers to a situation where something occurs at an unfortunate moment, often resulting in negative consequences or outcomes.
Synonyms
  • poor timing
  • ill-timed
  • misjudgment