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Definition of punctuality

punctuality

/ˌpʌŋk.tʃuˈæl.ə.ti/
punc · tu · al · i · ty
Adverb:punctually
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Plural:punctualities
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Adjective:punctual
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punctuality Lexical Profile

punctuality Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or habit of arriving, acting, or completing a task at the exact appointed or expected time; promptness.

Example

"The company values punctuality and expects all employees to arrive before the morning briefing begins."

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• Rhymes for punctuality

• Nearby Words

punchout
punchy
punctual
punctuality
punctually
punctuate
punctuation

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 17th century, the word derives from Medieval Latin punctualis ('of or relating to a point'), ultimately from Latin punctus ('a point or prick'). It originally referred to strict adherence to fine points of etiquette or procedure before narrowing to exactness in keeping an appointed time.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Punctuality. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/punctuality
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