Belatedly and Immediately

Belatedly

Belatedly adverb - After the due, usual, or proper time.
Usage example: she belatedly realized that it had been her friend's birthday the day before

Immediately is an antonym for belatedly.

Nearby Word: belated

Immediately

Immediately adverb - Without delay.

Belatedly is an antonym for immediately.

Nearby Words: immediate, immediacy
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