Without being tardy; SYN. soon enough.
ETYM French opporiun, Latin opportunus, lit., at or before the port; ob (see Ob-) + a derivative of portus port, harbor. Related to Port harbor.
Suitable or at a time that is suitable or advantageous especially for a particular purpose.
1. Before a time limit expires
2. Done or happening at the appropriate or proper time; SYN. seasonable, well-timed, well timed.