LATER

/ˈleɪtə/

5-letter word · 5 Scrabble points · 6 Words With Friends points

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Meaning of LATER

adjective

Near the end of a period of time.
"It was late in the evening when we finally arrived."
Specifically, near the end of the day.
"It was getting late and I was tired."

adverb

After a deadline has passed, past a designated time.
"We drove as fast as we could, but we still arrived late."
Formerly, especially in the context of service in a military unit.
"Colonel Easterwood, late of the 34th Carbines, was a guest at the dinner party."

adverb

Afterward in time (used with than when comparing with another time).
"I arrived later than my roommate."
At some unspecified time in the future.
"I wanted to do it now, but I’ll have to do it later."

interjection

See you later; goodbye.
"Later, dude."

Anagrams of LATER

alert5

alter5

artel5

ratel5

taler5

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About the word LATER

Is "LATER" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "LATER" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "LATER" worth?

In Scrabble, "LATER" is worth 5 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 6 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 15.

What does "LATER" mean?

Near the end of a period of time.

What are the anagrams of "LATER"?

5 anagrams can be formed using the same letters as LATER: ALERT, ALTER, ARTEL, RATEL, TALER.