What is another word for high time?

Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪ tˈa͡ɪm] (IPA)

High time is a term we often use to convey that something should have been done or happened earlier. However, there are several synonyms for high time that can be used interchangeably. One such synonym is "overdue," which means something is delayed beyond the expected or appropriate time. Another useful synonym is "ripe," which suggests that something is ready to be acted upon. "Prompt," "timely," "appropriate," and "suitable" are also excellent synonyms to replace high time. Sometimes we could also use the phrase "about time" as an alternative to high time when expressing the need for change or action. By using these synonyms, we can communicate our expectations and intentions with precision and clarity.

Synonyms for High time:

What are the hypernyms for High time?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Belated moment, Finite moment, Moment of crisis, Opportunity of a lifetime, Time of reckoning, Urgent moment, final hour.

What are the hyponyms for High time?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for high time (as nouns)

Famous quotes with High time

  • However, it does seem now that the international community, more importantly the powers that have influence, and, even more importantly, Afghanistan's neighbors realize that it is high time that they work together, and not against one another.
    Lakhdar Brahimi
  • Europe and America must act together in the face of evil. It's high time for Americans and Europeans to restore that unity and be able to take actions collectively together.
    Wesley Clark
  • Now I have finished with all earthly business, and high time too. Yes, yes, my dear child, now comes death.
    Franz Lehar
  • I can't judge any of you. I have no malice against you and no ribbons for you. But I think that it is high time that you all start looking at yourselves, and judging the lie that you live in.
    Charles Manson
  • In all, dozens upon dozens of groups and organizations have prioritized stopping the killing in Darfur before there is no one left to be killed. It is high time that we, the U.S. Congress, join our name to that list.
    Kendrick Meek

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