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tardy

adjective

after the expected or usual time; delayed

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
T
Ends with
Y
Contains
AR
Scrabble score
9
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈtɑːdi

Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. after the expected or usual time; delayed

    “a belated birthday card”

In context

Example Sentences

a belated birthday card
I'm late for the plane
the train is late
tardy children are sent to the principal
always tardy in making dental appointments

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