Late

4 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Arriving, happening, or done after the expected or usual time.

“Sorry I'm late; there was heavy traffic on the highway.”

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Silent E ending, contains A and E vowels.

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Worth 4 points, simple word with good letter distribution.

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