Synonyms of overdue
6 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for overdue is tardy. Other synonyms of overdue are belated and late.
Synonyms and similar words for overdue
adjectiveLate; especially, past a deadline or too late to fulfill a need.
- backwardLate or behindhand.
- behindhandLate, tardy, overdue, behind (in accomplishing a task, etc.).
- belatedLater in relation to the proper time which something should have happened; specifically, delayed beyond the proper time.
- late
- tardyLate; overdue or delayed.
- lated obsoleteBelated; too late; also, overtaken by night; delayed.
Opposite of overdue
Meaning of overdue
- adjective Late; especially, past a deadline or too late to fulfill a need.
- noun A borrowed item (such as a library book) that has not been returned on time.
- noun A payment or invoice that is past due.
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Questions about synonyms of overdue
- What is another word for overdue?
- Overdue has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as tardy, belated and late.
- What is the opposite of overdue?
- The opposite of overdue is premature. Other antonyms of overdue are punctual.
- What does overdue mean?
- Overdue means late; especially, past a deadline or too late to fulfill a need.
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