ill-timed

[ il-tahymd ]

adjective

1. badly timed; inopportune.

ill-timed

adjective

1. occurring at or planned for an unsuitable time

Word History and Origins

Origin of ill-timed¹

First recorded in 1685–95

Example Sentences

The start of his presidential bid seemed shockingly ill-timed.

From BBC

A world increasingly riven by renewed great power rivalries and historic animosities is further weakened by Oval Office instability, exemplified by ill-advised remarks, ill-timed threats and outright lies.

From Los Angeles Times

When Minnie Polson comes to the duo’s PI agency seeking help, things go south after an ill-timed remark causes her to storm out.

From Los Angeles Times

“I think the timing of a motion to vacate is ill-timed,” said U.S.

From Seattle Times

“This poorly structured and ill-timed sale would make lifesaving MRIs less accessible, the chips that connect everything from computers to cars to airplanes less available and would have an immediate impact on America’s national security.”

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• unseemly
• untimely