Definitions for 'later':
Below, we have different definitions or meanings of the word later. These different definitions are grouped based on the different parts of speech. You will also find examples for every definition if available
Adjective: Adjectives modify nouns to provide more information about them.
UK: /ˈleɪtə/
US: /ˈleɪtɚ/
Definition 1
Near the end of a period of time.
It was late in the evening when we finally arrived.
Definition 2
Specifically, near the end of the day.
It was getting late and I was tired.
Definition 3
(usually not comparable) Associated with the end of a period.
Late Latin is less fully inflected than classical Latin.
Definition 4
Not arriving until after an expected time.
Even though we drove as fast as we could, we were still late.
Definition 5
Not having had an expected menstrual period.
I'm late, honey. Could you buy a test?
Definition 6
Deceased, dead: used particularly when speaking of the dead person's actions while alive. (Often used with "the"; see usage notes.)
Her late husband had left her well provided for.
Definition 7
Existing or holding some position not long ago, but not now; departed, or gone out of office.
the late administration
Definition 8
Recent — relative to the noun it modifies.
Definition 9
Of a star or class of stars, cooler than the sun.
Adverb : Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to provide more information about how something is done.
UK: /ˈleɪtə/
US: /ˈleɪtɚ/
Definition 1
After a deadline has passed, past a designated time.
We drove as fast as we could, but we still arrived late.
Definition 2
Formerly, especially in the context of service in a military unit.
Colonel Easterwood, late of the 34th Carbines, was a guest at the dinner party.
Definition 3
Not long ago; just now.
Adverb : Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to provide more information about how something is done.
UK: /ˈleɪtə/
US: /ˈleɪtɚ/
Definition 1
Afterward in time (used with than when comparing with another time).
I arrived later than my roommate.
Definition 2
At some unspecified time in the future.
I wanted to do it now, but I’ll have to do it later.
Part of Speech: Interjection. Interjections are short exclamatory words or phrases that convey strong emotions.
UK: /ˈleɪtə/
US: /ˈleɪtɚ/
Definition 1
See you later; goodbye.
Later, dude.
Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms: erenow, freshly, belatedly
Synonyms: afterwards, hereafter, later on, someday
Antonyms: earlier
