postpone
/pəˈspəʊn/ · /poʊˈspoʊn/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #3004 in the learning path
推迟；延期
Definitions
v. to arrange for something to happen later than originally planned
推迟；延期
Example
We postponed our picnic because heavy rain was forecast.
因为天气预报说有大雨，我们推迟了野餐。
Local authorities decided to postpone construction until a full assessment of the environmental impact was completed.
地方当局决定推迟施工，直到完成全面的环境影响评估。
Collocations
- postpone a meeting
- postpone a decision
- postpone until further notice
Word family
- postponement (n.)
Synonyms
- delay
- defer
Antonyms
- bring forward
Usage tip
后接名词或动名词：postpone doing，不接to do。
FAQ
- What does postpone mean?
- to arrange for something to happen later than originally planned
- How is postpone pronounced?
- UK /pəˈspəʊn/, US /poʊˈspoʊn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
