Latest and Lately

Latest

Latest adjective - Following all others of the same kind in order or time.

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

Lately

Lately adverb - Not long ago.

Latest is a synonym for lately. Sometimes you can use "Latest" instead an adverb "Lately".

Nearby Words: late, lateness
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