postpone
9 synonyms and 3 antonyms for postpone, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To move an event or activity to a later time; to delay it.
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How to use postpone
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
postpone a meeting
postpone until further notice
postpone indefinitely
Etymology
From Latin postpono, from post ('after') plus pono ('to put, place') — literally 'to put after.'
Full origin of postpone →Frequently asked questions
What does “postpone” mean?
The word “postpone” means to move an event or activity to a later time; to delay it. In plain terms, to push something back to a later date instead of cancelling it entirely.
How do you pronounce “postpone”?
“Postpone” is pronounced pohst-POHN (/poʊstˈpoʊn/ in IPA).
How do you use “postpone” in a sentence?
Here is “postpone” used in a sentence: “They postponed the wedding due to the storm.”
What is the opposite of “postpone”?
The opposite of “postpone” — its antonyms — are advance, bring forward and prepone.
What part of speech is “postpone”?
“Postpone” is a verb.
Where does the word “postpone” come from?
The word “postpone” comes from Latin. From Latin postpono, from post ('after') plus pono ('to put, place') — literally 'to put after.'.
Is “postpone” a common word?
“Postpone” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
