punctuality
puhngkt-yuu-A-luh-tee
Punctuality (noun) means the quality of arriving or doing things at the correct, expected time. Example: “His punctuality impressed the interviewer.”
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The quality of arriving or doing things at the correct, expected time.
"His punctuality impressed the interviewer."
How to use punctuality
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing on time, as a habit or quality.
Common pairings
a reputation for punctuality
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What does “punctuality” mean?
The word “punctuality” means the quality of arriving or doing things at the correct, expected time. In plain terms, being on time, as a habit or quality.
How do you pronounce “punctuality”?
“Punctuality” is pronounced puhngkt-yuu-A-luh-tee (/ˌpʌŋkt͡ʃuˈæləti/ in IPA).
How do you use “punctuality” in a sentence?
Here is “punctuality” used in a sentence: “His punctuality impressed the interviewer.”
What is the opposite of “punctuality”?
The opposite of “punctuality” — its antonyms — are earliness, lateness and untimeliness.
What part of speech is “punctuality”?
“Punctuality” is a noun.
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