punctual
PUHNGKT-yoorl
Punctual (adj) means arriving or acting exactly at the expected or agreed time. Example: “She is always punctual for meetings.”
adj
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Arriving or acting exactly at the expected or agreed time.
"She is always punctual for meetings."
"The train service prides itself on being punctual."
How to use punctual
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOn time, not late.
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Common pairings
punctual arrival
be punctual
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- Comparative
- more punctual
- Superlative
- most punctual
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Etymology
From Medieval Latin punctualis, "relating to a point," from Latin punctus, "point."
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What does “punctual” mean?
The word “punctual” means arriving or acting exactly at the expected or agreed time. In plain terms, on time, not late.
How do you pronounce “punctual”?
“Punctual” is pronounced PUHNGKT-yoorl (/ˈpʌŋkt͡ʃuəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “punctual” in a sentence?
Here is “punctual” used in a sentence: “She is always punctual for meetings.”
What is another word for “punctual”?
Words with a similar meaning to “punctual” include in time, on time, prompt, seasonable and timely.
What is the opposite of “punctual”?
The opposite of “punctual” — its antonyms — are overdue and premature.
What part of speech is “punctual”?
“Punctual” is an adjective.
Where does the word “punctual” come from?
The word “punctual” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin punctualis, "relating to a point," from Latin punctus, "point.".
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