LATER
/ˈleɪtə/
5 letters · 2 syllables · adjective, adverb, interjection
Definition of LATER
Near the end of a period of time.
"It was late in the evening when we finally arrived."
Specifically, near the end of the day.
"It was getting late and I was tired."
(usually not comparable) Associated with the end of a period.
"Late Latin is less fully inflected than classical Latin."
After a deadline has passed, past a designated time.
"We drove as fast as we could, but we still arrived late."
Formerly, especially in the context of service in a military unit.
"Colonel Easterwood, late of the 34th Carbines, was a guest at the dinner party."
Not long ago; just now.
Afterward in time (used with than when comparing with another time).
"I arrived later than my roommate."
At some unspecified time in the future.
"I wanted to do it now, but I’ll have to do it later."
Synonyms of LATER
Words with similar meaning
Examples of LATER in a Sentence
- "It was late in the evening when we finally arrived."
- "It was getting late and I was tired."
- "Late Latin is less fully inflected than classical Latin."
- "We drove as fast as we could, but we still arrived late."
Word Details
Is LATER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LATER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LATER uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LATER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | a | t | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
Anagrams of LATER
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LATER
56 words from the letters in LATER
5-letter words
4-letter words
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How to Use LATER in Word Games
LATER is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LATER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LATER to find 56 additional valid words.