Untimeliest: meaning, definitions and examples
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untimeliest
[ ʌnˈtaɪm.li.ɪst ]
time-related
The term 'untimeliest' refers to something that occurs at the most inappropriate or inopportune time. It describes an event or action that is ill-suited for the current moment, often causing inconvenience or disruption. This adjective is typically used to highlight the unfortunate timing of an occurrence that defies expectations or norms.
Synonyms
ill-timed, inopportune, unfortunate.
Examples of usage
- His untimeliest comments caused an awkward silence.
- The untimeliest arrival of the package disrupted our plans.
- She made her untimeliest decision right before the deadline.
Translations
Translations of the word "untimeliest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais inoportuno
🇮🇳 असमय
🇩🇪 am unpassendsten
🇮🇩 paling tidak tepat
🇺🇦 найменш вчасно
🇵🇱 najbardziej nieodpowiedni
🇯🇵 最も不適切な
🇫🇷 le plus inopportun
🇪🇸 el más inoportuno
🇹🇷 en uygunsuz
🇰🇷 가장 부적절한
🇸🇦 الأكثر غير مناسب
🇨🇿 nejnepříhodnější
🇸🇰 najnehodnejší
🇨🇳 最不合时宜的
🇸🇮 najbolj neprimeren
🇮🇸 síðasti óviðeigandi
🇰🇿 ең ыңғайсыз
🇬🇪 ყველაზე მოუხერხებელი
🇦🇿 ən uyğun olmayan
🇲🇽 el más inoportuno
Etymology
The word 'untimeliest' is a compound of the prefix 'un-', which denotes negation, and the word 'timely,' which derives from 'time' and relates to appropriateness or suitability regarding time. The origins of 'timely' trace back to Old English, 'timelic,' meaning 'on time, suitable in time,' derived from 'tima,' which means 'time.' The transformation into 'untimely' further emphasizes the opposite of being suitable in terms of time. Over time, 'untimely' evolved and was adapted into the comparative form 'untimeliest,' depicting the absolute state of being least suited for an occasion. The evolution of this term reflects how timing plays a crucial role in social interactions and events, marking an instance of linguistic development that underscores the significance of appropriateness in human behavior.