duly

American  

[doo-lee, dyoo-] / ˈdu li, ˈdyu- /

adverb

1. in a correct or appropriate manner; properly; fittingly.

2. at the right time; punctually.

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duly British  

/ ˈdjuːlɪ /

adverb

1. in a proper or fitting manner

2. at the proper time; punctually

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Etymology

Origin of duly

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English duelich(e); due, -ly

Example Sentences

Coogan duly obliged in the famous nasal voice of the fictional Norwich broadcaster: "Now, I wouldn't call Rob's style 'sports driving' exactly, but it's certainly very spirited."

From BBC

The kick duly sailed through the uprights, putting the Seahawks up 18-16—and spoiling Rivers’s return after nearly five years in retirement.

From The Wall Street Journal

Adidas could accommodate a request for a ticket as it gets a small number for every game - and duly obliged.

From BBC

"We plan to appeal both to the British communications regulatory authority and, if necessary, to international justice, so that the BBC is duly held accountable and retracts the false information," Kobakhidze added.

From Barron's

The family duly went to Ann Arbor and Simpson returned with his first scholarship offer.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• appropriately
• correctly
• deservedly
• suitably