belated
Translation
belated, late, delayed
Examples
She sent me a belated birthday card.
She sent me a belated birthday card.
He made a belated apology for his mistake.
He made a belated apology for his mistake.
Grammar Patterns
((a belated sth.)) something that is late. He offered a belated apology.
Similar Words
Synonyms: delayed, overdue, tardy; Antonyms: early, timely, punctual
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-' (here, intensive) + 'lated' (from late). Literally means 'made late'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'be-LATE-d'. The word itself tells you it's about being late.