Delayful

/dɪˈleɪfəl/ adjective

Definition

Full of delay; characterized by frequent or extended postponements.

Etymology

From 'delay' + '-ful' (full of). This adjective follows the standard English pattern for describing something having a particular quality in abundance.

Kelly Says

The legal system is often described as 'delayful,' where cases can take decades to resolve—so justice delayed really is justice denied, as the saying goes.

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