GRE Word List

BELATED

delayed beyond the usual time

The meaning of the word belated is delayed beyond the usual time.

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WordMeaning
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
olfactoryof or relating to the sense of smell
lamentto mourn aloud : wail
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
piebaldcomposed of incongruous parts
ecosystemthe complex of a community of organisms and its environment functioning as an ecological unit
demurto take exception : object
decolletewearing a strapless or low-necked dress
niggletrifle