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tardier

 

[ ˈtɑːr.dɪ.ər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

comparative degree

Tardier is the comparative form of tardy, which means being late or delayed. It is used to describe something or someone that is more late than another or others.

Synonyms

behind, delayed, later

Examples of usage

  • She arrived tardier than her friends.
  • His tardier response annoyed the team.
  • The train was tardier than expected.
  • The project became tardier as the deadline approached.

Translations

Translations of the word "tardier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tardio

🇮🇳 देर से

🇩🇪 verzögert

🇮🇩 terlambat

🇺🇦 пізній

🇵🇱 opóźniony

🇯🇵 遅い

🇫🇷 tardif

🇪🇸 tardío

🇹🇷 geç

🇰🇷 늦은

🇸🇦 متأخر

🇨🇿 pomalý

🇸🇰 pomalý

🇨🇳 迟到的

🇸🇮 pozen

🇮🇸 seinkandi

🇰🇿 кеш

🇬🇪 დაგვიანებული

🇦🇿 gecikmiş

🇲🇽 tardío

Etymology

The word 'tardy' originates from the Latin word 'tardus', which means 'slow' or 'delayed'. It was adapted into Middle English, and over time, it developed into its current form. The use of the comparative suffix '-ier' signifies a comparison, indicating a higher degree of lateness. The term has been used in various contexts, from transportation to personal punctuality, reflecting its relevance in everyday conversation. The evolution of the term encapsulates not only the concept of time but also social expectations regarding timeliness.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,266, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.