Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
untimely
adjective
/ʌnˈtaɪmli/
Definition
Occurring at an inappropriate or unsuitable time.
Examples
- His untimely death shocked everyone.
- An untimely rainstorm interrupted the outdoor wedding.
- She received an untimely call just before her presentation.
Meaning
The state of happening at an inconvenient time; premature or unexpected events.
Synonyms
- premature
- inopportune
- ill-timed
- early
- unfortunate
