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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jabto pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object
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consignto give over to another's care
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firebranda piece of burning wood
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filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
evenhandedfair
collateto compare critically