SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
opportune
adjective
Occurring at a favorable or useful time.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Suitably timed
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Usage distinction
Return to topOpportune concerns timing for a purpose; favorable can describe circumstances unrelated to time.
CHECK THE MEANING IN CONTEXT
See opportune in use
The break offered an opportune moment to introduce the new members.
An opportune offer arrives when a nearby studio with power has an unused printing slot just as the team needs one.
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