overdue

[oh-ver-doo, -dyoo] / ˌoʊ vərˈdu, -ˈdyu /

ADJECTIVE

late, behind schedule

Synonyms

STRONGEST

belated delinquent outstanding tardy unpaid

WEAK

behind time behindhand due held up hung up jammed long-delayed mature not punctual owing payable unpunctual unsettled

Antonyms

STRONGEST

early on time paid punctual settled

Example Sentences

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In Canada, a mortgage is considered in arrears when payments are overdue by 90 days.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

But Oscar cares little about being overdue and less about making that kind of history.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026

"Hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney's life."

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

“Her loved ones are going to come up with an overdue needed plan to set her up for success for well being.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

“I do. At any rate, we’re overdue for a Level Five security drill,” says Coin.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins