postponement
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for postponement, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A delay to a later time; the act of putting something off.
Synonyms
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How to use postponement
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
announce a postponement
request a postponement
Etymology
Formed from postpone plus the noun suffix -ment.
Full origin of postponement →Frequently asked questions
What does “postponement” mean?
The word “postponement” means a delay to a later time; the act of putting something off. In plain terms, a delay — putting something back to a later date.
How do you use “postponement” in a sentence?
Here is “postponement” used in a sentence: “The heavy rain forced a postponement of the outdoor concert.”
What part of speech is “postponement”?
“Postponement” is a noun.