Used in a Sentence

dilatory

How to use dilatory in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for dilatory.

Editorial note

This essay is not well written enough to justify its dilatory nature.

Examples4
Definitions1
Parts of speech1

Quick take

wasting time

Meaning at a glance

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adjective

wasting time

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for dilatory.

Example sentences

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This essay is not well written enough to justify its dilatory nature.

2

While there is some truth to that description, it has no bearing on your refusal to engage with research as an undergrad and is totally dilatory.

3

This suggests that a reduction of the afterload via a peripheral vasodilatory effect is the main mechanism leading to the observed changes in haemodynamics.

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With this system, we observed preservation of cytoarchitecture; attenuation of cell death; and restoration of vascular dilatory and glial inflammatory responses, spontaneous synaptic activity, and active cerebral metabolism in the absence of global electrocorticographic activity.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use dilatory in a sentence?

This essay is not well written enough to justify its dilatory nature.

What does dilatory mean?

wasting time

What part of speech is dilatory?

dilatory is commonly used as adjective.