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Synonyms & Similar Words
afterwards
subsequently
next
soon
later on
following
then
thereafter
later still
at a later time
at a later date
eventually
ultimately
in the future
soon after
in a little while
in due course
in due time
at a later stage
after a while
at a future time
in the near future
at a subsequent time
at a later point
in the course of time
over time
in time to come
at some point
at some stage
in the fullness of time
sometime
someday
one day
eventually
in the long run
Meaning of Later
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "later" is an adverb that means "happening or done after a particular time" or "at a subsequent time".
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "later" as "happening, done, or existing after something else" or "at a time subsequent to a given time".
Example Uses
- I will meet you at the park later, after I finish my work.
- She will arrive later, so let's start the meeting without her.
- The new policy will be implemented later this year, after all the necessary preparations have been made.
- He will call you later, when he has a chance to talk.
- The company will announce its quarterly earnings later today, during a press conference.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
earlier
sooner
now
immediately
instantly
at once
presently
currently
already
beforehand
previously
prior
before
beforehand
in advance
prior to
preceding
antecedently
formerly
once
heretofore
hitherto
erstwhile
aforetime
afore