Lately
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈleɪt.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Lately is an adverb meaning Recently; not long ago; of late; not long since.
Meaning
Recently; not long ago; of late; not long since.
More Meanings
- (of a peer) Formerly.
- (slang) In a late manner; after-the-fact.
Example Sentences
I'd lately returned from Japan.
It's only lately that I've been well enough to get out of bed.
Don't try to come lately and change your answer now after you've heard everyone else's response.
David George Philip Cholmondeley, The Marquess of CHOLMONDELEY, K.C.V.O., lately Lord Great Chamberlain, Royal Household.
Word Forms
- latelier
- lateliest
Synonyms for lately
Depending on context, synonyms include freshly, recently, late, latterly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include recently, latterly, late, recent, newly, nowadays.
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