Belatedly (Adverb)
Meaning
Later than usual or than expected; "the train arrived late"; "we awoke late"; "the children came late to school"; "notice came so tardily that we almost missed the deadline"; "I belatedly wished her a happy birthday".
Examples
- The package was delivered belatedly due to unforeseen shipping delays.
- The professor submitted the research paper belatedly after weeks of delay.
- I sent a gift to my friend belatedly after forgetting her birthday.
- The apology was made belatedly by the company for their poor customer service.
- The students submitted their project belatedly on the last day of the semester.