Belated
(adjective)
- Done or sent too late.
- Delayed beyond the right or expected time.
Origin:
From the latin word "bellātus" meaning "warlike".
Examples:
- He sent a belated birthday card.
- She was surprised by the belated birthday party.
- His belated apology was not accepted.
- The belated train finally arrived.
- The belated gift was not appreciated.