Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

postponement

noun

/pəʊstˈpəʊnmənt/

Definition

The act of delaying or putting off an event or action to a later time.

Examples

The postponement of the meeting allowed everyone to prepare more thoroughly.
Due to bad weather, the game faced a postponement until the following weekend.
She requested a postponement of the deadline to ensure the project met all quality standards.

Meaning

Postponement refers to the decision to delay something that was planned or scheduled, typically due to various reasons such as unforeseen circumstances or the need for more preparation.