late
Definition
- adj. being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
- adj. of the immediate past or just previous to the present time
- adj. having died recently
- adj. of a later stage in the development of a language or literature; used especially of dead languages
Word forms
- Comparative
- later
- Superlative
- latest
Example sentences
a.
The late professor was known for his inspiring lectures.
adv.
I arrived late to the meeting and missed the important discussion.