Belatedly

/bɪˈleɪtɪdli/ adverb

In a manner that happens later than expected or needed; occurring with considerable delay.

From 'belated' (adjective, meaning late or delayed) plus the adverbial suffix '-ly.' 'Belated' comes from 'belate,' itself from 'be-' plus 'late,' with the '-ed' ending marking the adjective form.

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