Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Belated.
Belated - as an adjective satellite
Belated - as a verb
To retard; cause something to be late; delay; benight.
Belated - as an adjective
Later in relation to the proper time something should have happened.
Example: "Happy belated birthday!"
Example Sentences
"I apologize for my belated response to your email."
"She sent me a belated birthday card."
"The belated arrival of the pizza disappointed us."
"After a belated start, the project finally gained momentum."
"They offered belated congratulations on his promotion."
Word Game Points
Is BELATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, belated is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BELATED has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is BELATED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, belated is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBELATED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is BELATED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, belated is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBELATED has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.