Meaning & use
belated
Coming or happening later than expected or later than it should have.
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He sent a belated birthday card almost two weeks after her birthday.
The company issued a belated apology after weeks of public criticism.
A note on using this word
"Belated" most commonly appears before nouns like "birthday," "apology," or "wishes," describing something offered after the proper moment.
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