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tar·dy

tardy

 
 
pronunciation:
tar di
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Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
inflections: tardier, tardiest
definition 1: late or delayed.
synonyms:
belated, deferred, delayed, late, postponed
antonyms:
prompt, punctual, quick
similar words:
overdue
definition 2: slow or reluctant to move or act; sluggish.
synonyms:
dilatory, lazy, poky, procrastinating, slack, slow, sluggish, torpid
antonyms:
prompt
similar words:
languid, slothful
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derivations: tardily (adv.), tardiness (n.)