Lately and Later

Lately

Lately adverb - Not long ago.

Later is a synonym for lately. In some cases you can use "Later" instead an adverb "Lately".

Nearby Words: late, lateness

Later

Later adverb - Following in time or place.

Lately is a synonym for later. Sometimes you can use "Lately" instead an adverb "Later".
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