appropriately

American

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

adverb

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.

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

quasi-appropriately

adverb

Etymology

Origin of appropriately

appropriate ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

While he renders all appropriately, he’s aware that his perspective remains that of a white Western man.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“A smaller minimum makes it attainable to also fit in someone’s portfolio and size the position appropriately from a risk perspective.”

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The goal is to invest in the market appropriately and stop getting in your own way — and on that score, the AI tools are already good enough.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Gruenbaum said that he appropriately disclosed his investment in the Thrive fund.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

They were appropriately amazed, though they did tell me in plain terms that next time I would leave a note for them or there would be hell to pay.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

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