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opportune

Adjective

IPA /ˈɒpətjuːn/

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Happening at a time that makes it especially suitable or likely to be useful.

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opportune/ˈɒpətjuːn/

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An opportune arrival happens at a particularly useful time.

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Her offer of a lift came at an opportune moment.
The meeting provided an opportune occasion to discuss the new training scheme.

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opportune — Happening at a time that makes it especially suitable or likely to be useful.

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Word origin

From Latin opportunus, originally associated with a wind blowing towards a harbour.

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An opportune moment is a well-timed chance to do something.

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