belatedness
nounUK /bɪˈleɪtɪdnəs/
US /bɪˈleɪtɪdnəs/
The state of being late or happening after it should have.
The belatedness of his birthday card made everyone laugh.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The quality of arriving or occurring later than expected or usual.
The belatedness of the train caused many people to miss their connections.
3. The condition of being outdated or behind the times.
Critics noted the belatedness of the film's special effects.
4. A delayed response or action that comes after the proper moment.
There was a certain belatedness to the government's apology.