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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tardiness

/ˈtɑːdɪnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does tardiness mean?

noun

The state or quality of being late; the act of delaying or being delayed. Tardiness can be a habitual or chronic condition, often resulting in missed deadlines or appointments.

Example

"The company's tardiness in meeting project deadlines has led to a loss of customer trust and revenue."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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