lately

late-ly · adverb

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Definitions

adverb

  1. 1.

    During the recent past; not long ago.

  2. 2.

    At a recent time; in recent times.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    as of late — Recently; in the recent past
  • •
    Johnny-come-lately — A newcomer or latecomer, especially one who is presumptuous

Related words

Antonyms: formerly, long ago
See also: late, nowadays, recently
Synonyms: latterly, of late, recently

Etymology

From Old English, combining "late" (meaning recent or near the end of a period) with the adverb-forming suffix "-ly."