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Postponing: meaning, definitions and examples

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postponing

 

[ pəʊstˈpəʊnɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

action delay

Postponing refers to the act of delaying or rescheduling an event or action to a later time. This can occur in various contexts, such as meetings, deadlines, or personal commitments. It indicates a decision made to push something back rather than canceling it outright. People may postpone activities for various reasons, including needing more preparation time or unforeseen circumstances. The decision to postpone can sometimes lead to increased efficiency if it allows for better planning and execution.

Synonyms

adjourn, defer, delay, put off, reschedule

Examples of usage

  • The meeting was postponed until next week.
  • He is postponing his vacation because of work obligations.
  • Due to bad weather, the match was postponed.
  • They decided to postpone the project launch.

Translations

Translations of the word "postponing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 adiamento

🇮🇳 स्थगित करना

🇩🇪 Verschiebung

🇮🇩 penundaan

🇺🇦 відкладення

🇵🇱 przesunięcie

🇯🇵 延期

🇫🇷 report

🇪🇸 aplazamiento

🇹🇷 ertelemek

🇰🇷 연기

🇸🇦 تأجيل

🇨🇿 odložení

🇸🇰 odloženie

🇨🇳 推迟

🇸🇮 preložitev

🇮🇸 frestun

🇰🇿 құтқару

🇬🇪 გადავადება

🇦🇿 təxirə salma

🇲🇽 aplazamiento

Etymology

The word 'postpone' originates from the Latin root 'postponere', which combines 'post' meaning 'after' and 'ponere' meaning 'to place'. This term transitioned into Old French as 'postponer', and eventually made its way into Middle English as 'postponen' around the late 14th century. The usage of the word evolved over time, reflecting both formal and informal contexts, and it has become commonly used in both everyday language and legal terminology. The concept of postponing has practical implications in scheduling and planning, emphasizing the flexibility in managing time and commitments. Today, it is widely applied in various settings, including business, education, and personal life.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,338, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.