late

Meaning of late in English

Adjective

1. not on time; behind time

Don't be late.

2. near the end of a period of time or series of events

in the late twentieth century

3. near the end of the day

"Are you gonna be late today?" "No, I'll be home at the usual time."

4. most recent or newest

This is the late model car.

5. recently dead

the late Mr. Smith

Adverb

1. after the proper or expected time

The train arrived 30 minutes late.