Synonyms of timely

Adjective


1. timely, punctual (vs. unpunctual)

usage: before a time limit expires; "the timely filing of his income tax return"

2. timely, seasonable, well-timed(prenominal), well timed(predicate), opportune (vs. inopportune)

usage: done or happening at the appropriate or proper time; "a timely warning"; "with timely treatment the patient has a good chance of recovery"; "a seasonable time for discussion"; "the book's publication was well timed"

Adverb


1. seasonably, timely, well-timed, apropos

usage: at an opportune time; "your letter arrived apropos"

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Definition and meaning of timely (Dictionary)