Definition
dilatorily
adverb
- in a manner that causes or involves delay; slowly or gradually in a way that postpones action or decision
Usage: formal; often used to describe deliberate or habitual delay
Examples
- The company dilatorily responded to customer complaints over several months.
- He dilatorily made his way through the crowded market.
- The government dilatorily implemented the new policy despite public pressure.
- She dilatorily gathered her belongings before leaving the office.
- The project moved dilatorily forward due to lack of funding.
- He dilatorily approached the difficult conversation with his manager.