CEFR B2

punctuality

noun

Meaning

The quality of being on time or performing actions at the expected or scheduled time.

Examples

Her punctuality was legendary; she was never late for a single meeting.
The company values punctuality and expects all employees to arrive on time.

Synonyms: promptness, timeliness, dependability, exactness

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punctuality (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌpʌŋktʃuˈælɪti/

Definition

The quality of being on time or performing actions at the expected or scheduled time.

Examples

Her punctuality was legendary; she was never late for a single meeting.
The company values punctuality and expects all employees to arrive on time.
Good punctuality is essential for a smooth-running schedule.

How to Use punctuality

punctuality in (prepositional phrase): Being on time within a specific context or area. — "His punctuality in arriving at work was impeccable."
punctuality for (prepositional phrase): Being on time for a specific event or appointment. — "The punctuality for the exam was strictly enforced."

Synonyms of punctuality

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Antonyms of punctuality

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