Synonyms for

Untimely

Verb / ʌˈntaɪmli: / Another word for untimely — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

happening too soon or too early; happening at an inappropriate time

Synonyms & similar words

unseasonable illtimed premature prematurely wrong premature inopportune early unexpected abrupt sudden unseasonable inappropriate ill-timed inconvenient awkward unfavorable undue unanticipated unforeseen unwanted uncomfortable disadvantageous untoward injudicious

Example sentences

  1. The untimely arrival of the package meant we missed our flight.
  2. The untimely death of the flower left the garden looking empty.
  3. The untimely interruption during the movie made it hard to follow the plot.
  4. The untimely snowstorm delayed the road trip.
  5. The untimely arrival of the boss made everyone nervous.

Quotes

  • Untimely death is the only thing we can be sure of. - Anonymous
  • Happiness is an untimely flower. - Isaac Bashevis Singer
  • Untimely silence, like an untimely frost, can kill the fairest blossom. - William Hamilton

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