on time
5 synonyms and 4 antonyms for on time, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Phrase — At the arranged or expected time, neither early nor late.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. phrase
At the arranged or expected time, neither early nor late.
“The 7:42 actually arrived on time for once.”
Opposites
How to use on time
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
arrive on time
on-time delivery
right on time
finish on time
on-time performance
Neutral and everyday.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between on time and in time?
On time means at the scheduled moment — the train left on time. In time means early enough for something to happen — we got there in time to catch it. In time often carries relief; on time is neutral measurement.
Is it on time or ontime?
Two words as a phrase: he arrived on time. Hyphenate only before a noun: on-time delivery, on-time performance. Ontime as one word is not standard.
