ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Intempestive

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪntɛmˈpɛstɪv/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Intempestive is an adjective meaning (now rare) untimely, happening at an inappropriate moment.

Meaning

(now rare) untimely, happening at an inappropriate moment.

Example Sentences

Luxus funerum [display at funerals], shall be taken away, that intempestive expense moderated, and many others.

Synonyms for intempestive

Depending on context, synonyms include ill-timed, inopportune.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include intemperate, instant, impetuous, emergent, overprompt, precipitant.

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