dilatory adjective dil·a·to·ry | \ ˈdi-lə-ˌtȯr-ē \ Definition of dilatory 1: tending or intended to cause delay dilatory tactics 2: characterized by procrastination : TARDY dilatory in paying bills Dilatory Can I apply it where/when I want To pain (delay) To aging (hold back) To suffering (obstruct) To death (not yet) Nope