What is another word for mistimed?

Pronunciation: [mɪstˈa͡ɪmd] (IPA)

"Mistimed" refers to something or an action that was not done at the correct time or in the right sequence. There are numerous synonyms that can be used in place of "mistimed", such as "ill-timed", "untimely", "improperly timed", "poorly timed" or "off-time". All of these words signify that events or actions were performed at a time that was not appropriate or ideal. A situation can be mistimed for several reasons, including poor planning, unexpected circumstances, or lack of foresight. These synonyms can help to convey a clearer idea of the situation in question, by highlighting the one in which things could have been done better in terms of timing.

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What are the hypernyms for Mistimed?

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

What are the opposite words for mistimed?

The word "mistimed" means something that happened too early or too late. Its antonyms, on the other hand, refer to actions that are perfectly timed or well-timed. The first antonym is "timely," which means occurring at the right moment or at the appropriate time. Another antonym is "synchronized," which means happening at the same time or in coordination with something else. The word "punctual" can also be used as an antonym for mistimed, referring to something that is happening precisely on time. Lastly, "well-timed" can also serve as an antonym for mistimed, suggesting that something happened exactly when it was needed or expected to occur.

What are the antonyms for Mistimed?

Usage examples for Mistimed

For certain, I woulde that Mr. Milton were here; but he woulde call our Sports mistimed, and throw a Damp upon our Mirth by not joining in it.
"Mary Powell & Deborah's Diary"
Anne Manning
On either view, then, I think that a work which is addressed only or principally to men's feelings would be mistimed-it would not convince of the necessity, and it would find but a small number of men disposed at present to give it their sympathy.
"Memoirs of James Robert Hope-Scott, Volume 2"
Robert Ornsby
His immoderate elevation; his sudden degradation, his controversy in regard to the sovereignty, his abrupt departure for England, his protracted absence, his mistimed return, the secret instructions for his second administration, the obstinate parsimony and persistent ill-temper of the Queen-who, from the beginning to the end of the Earl's government, never addressed a kindly word to the Netherlanders, but was ever censuring and brow beating them in public state-papers and private epistles-the treason of York and Stanley, above all, the disastrous and concealed negotiations with Parma, and the desperate attempts upon Amsterdam and Leyden-all placed him in a most unfortunate position from first to last.
"History of the United Netherlands, 1586-89, Vol. II. Complete"
John Lothrop Motley Last Updated: February 7, 2009

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