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timing Antonyms
Opposite of timing
Because the opposite of timing shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The choice, judgment, or control of when something should be done or when an event occurs in order to achieve the desired effect.
Usage Example
"The success of the product launch depended heavily on careful mistiming."
Strongest
mistiming
• noun (Context 2)
The ability to select the precise moment or pace for performing an action, especially in sports, music, or theatrical performance.
Usage Example
"A great comedian needs impeccable mistiming to deliver a punchline effectively."
Strongest
mistiming
Similar words to timing
Words similar to timing shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
timekeeping
scheduling
rhythm
coordination
pacing
chronometry
synchronization
clocking
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Timing. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/timing