postponement
Postponement (noun) means a delay to a later time; the act of putting something off. Example: “The heavy rain forced a postponement of the outdoor concert.”
How to use postponement
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA delay — putting something back to a later date.
Word forms
postponements plural
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The heavy rain forced a _____ of the outdoor concert.
Etymology
Formed from postpone plus the noun suffix -ment.
Related words
Rhymes for 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.
What is the meaning of postponement?
"postponement" (noun) means a delay to a later time; the act of putting something off.