Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
delayed
adjective
/dɪˈleɪdɪd/
Definition
Postponed or put off until a later time.
Examples
- The flight was delayed due to bad weather.
- Her arrival was delayed by heavy traffic.
- The project was delayed because of unexpected complications.
Meaning
When something is not happening at the expected time and is instead occurring later than originally planned.
Synonyms
- Postponed
- Deferred
- Put off
- Prolonged
