Lately Definition
lately
adverb
- in the recent past; "he was in Paris recently"; "lately the rules have been enforced"; "as late as yesterday she was fine"; "feeling better of late"; "the spelling was first affected, but latterly the meaning also"
"Lately" in song lyrics
See how lately is used in real songs:
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"Cadillac frank with the baddest bank; lately"
7L & Esoteric — Face Defeat -
"In a Lamborghini drop top and I can't stop myself from stuntin' lately"
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"Girl I can tell you want me because lately"
Akon f./ Eminem — Smack That
Words that rhyme with lately
Usage tips for "lately"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "lately" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for lately to find words that pair well.