The word "delated" may seem unfamiliar, but it actually exists. It means to be delayed or postponed. Its spelling may seem odd, but it follows the phonetic pronunciation of the vowel sound "ee" as in the word "see." In IPA, it is transcribed as /dɪˈleɪtɪd/. Regardless of how obscure or unusual a word may seem, it's important to understand that it has a specific meaning and spelling that conveys that meaning.