WELL-TIMED Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

well-timed

adjective

ˈwel-ˈtīmd

Definition of well-timed

as in timely

especially suitable for a certain time the release of the novel was well-timed: a week later the author was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature

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Recent Examples of well-timed Speak clearly, then act on the opening that feels constructive and well-timed. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026 Having a few outsiders fall in love with the place seems altogether well-timed. — Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Khan’s pivot is well-timed, coming at the same moment the US-Iran deal introduces a $300 billion fund to support Iran’s reconstruction. — Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 18 June 2026 As of early May 2026, and well-timed before the ASEAN meet, Myanmar’s military government has released prisoners in several rounds as part of the traditional amnesty period following the presidential swearing-in. — Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 5 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for well-timed

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President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine received no timely warning from partners, as shortages of Patriot defenses and continuing Starlink restrictions hamper the country’s ability to counter attacks.

— Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026
But economic mobility also depends on safe housing, timely paperwork, promised assistance arriving and enough savings to absorb the next $1,000 obstacle.

— Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of timely

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In Chiclayo, one of Peru’s largest cities, excitement over Leo’s anticipated homecoming turned to apprehension after his diagnosis.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026
The indefatigable Hellboy and Sons of Anarchy star, now 76, has half a dozen films in production, and next year is aiming to play Ernest Hemingway in a new biopic set in Cuba and will co-star in the anticipated Sons of Anarchy spinoff Legends.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of anticipated

Adjective

This should be the proper way to handle things, whenever these idiot artists decide to rant.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Among the errors cited in the August 6 report is a failure to allow proper curing (drying) time for the caulk applied to the expansion joints that separate the basin’s concrete slabs.

— News Desk, Artforum, 16 Oct. 2026

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