Meaning of the word belatedly in English
What does belatedly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
belatedly
US /bɪˈleɪ.t̬ɪd.li/
UK /bɪˈleɪ.tɪd.li/
Adverb
in a way that happens or is done later than it should have been
Example:
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The government belatedly realized the seriousness of the situation.
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He belatedly apologized for his rude behavior.