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

See Examples For:

appropriately

It helps cells respond appropriately to signals, stress, and strain.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 17, 2026

"If you're able to do your job safely, professionally and appropriately, there's a lot to be said for letting people be comfortable."

From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026

Trustees are the institution’s fiduciaries and it is their responsibility to see that restricted funds are spent appropriately, said Ben Porter, founder of Principal Gift Strategies, a fundraising consultancy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026

Then-security minister Dan Jarvis told MPs "any risks are being appropriately managed".

From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026

They tossed their sickness bags and face masks into the appropriately labeled bins.

From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer

Related Words

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