appropriately

American  

[uh-proh-pree-it-lee] / əˈproʊ pri ɪt li /

adverb

1. in a way that is suitable or fitting.

   When working outside, make sure the students are dressed appropriately for the weather.

   The museum should be leading the way paying its own employees appropriately.

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Other Word Forms

• quasi-appropriately adverb

Etymology

Origin of appropriately

appropriate ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

"I was making sure that I carried appropriately sized things that I could not drop in scenes, being mindful of my arm so that I didn't ruin any takes by accident," she said.

From BBC

Pharmacists can help you avoid dangerous drug interactions and make sure that you’re taking your medications appropriately.

From Barron's

I nodded, doing my best to look appropriately impressed.

From Literature

“As benefits around synergies and growth are realized and the Victory trading multiple appropriately reflects the pro forma company’s future prospects, Janus Henderson shareholders will share in the meaningful long-term value creation,” Victory said.

From MarketWatch

“It was clear to me that we were not organized appropriately,” said Stephen Ehikian, who joined C3.ai External link as its CEO six months ago.

From Barron's

Related Words

• accordingly
• aptly
• duly
• judiciously
• justly
• properly