opportunely UK /ˈɒp.ə.tjuːn.li/US /ˌɑ.pɚˈtun.li/ adverb2 •In a manner convenient or advantageous at some particular time. •In a manner suitable for some particular purpose.Amongst this number of cordials and alteratives I do not find a more present remedy than a cup of wine or strong drink, if it be soberly and opportunely used. — 1624 formsmore opportunely · most opportunely