timely

/tˈaɪmli/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

adjective

1. before a time limit expires
   “the timely filing of his income tax return”
2. done or happening at the appropriate or proper time
   “a timely warning”

adverb

1. at an opportune time
   “your letter arrived apropos”

Synonyms for timely

• punctual
• seasonable
• well-timed
• well timed
• opportune
• seasonably
• apropos

Words that rhyme with timely

• untimely