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
pithyconsisting of or abounding in pith
unearthto dig up out of or as if out of the earth : exhume
lateralof or relating to the side
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
gentilitythe condition of belonging to the gentry
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
decoya pond into which wildfowl are lured for capture
expatiateto move about freely or at will : wander
colossusa statue of gigantic size and proportions
incarcerateto put in prison