Dilatory

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /daɪˈleɪt(É™)ɹi/

Full definition of dilatory

Adjective

1. Intentionally delaying (someone or something), intended to cause delay, gain time, or defer decision.a dilatory strategy
• MotleyAlva, as usual, brought his dilatory policy to bear upon his adversary.
2. Slow or tardy.

Derived terms

• dilatorily
• dilatoriness

Anagrams

• adroitly
• idolatry