punctuality

Definitions

The quality or habit of adhering to an appointed time.

The state of being on time or prompt.

Examples

Punctuality is considered a highly valued trait in a professional work environment.

The manager emphasized the importance of punctuality for all team members attending the morning meeting.

Synonyms

promptness timeliness exactness precision regularity readiness punctualness

Antonyms

tardiness lateness unpunctuality delay slowness belatedness unreliability