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Synonyms

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

quasi-appropriately

adverb

Etymology

Origin of appropriately

appropriate ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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Lawyers for CPL, an independent production company which makes the UK version of the show, have said its welfare system is "gold standard" and industry-leading, and that it had acted appropriately in all these cases.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

Back in 2016, Taco Bell introduced its limited-time “quesalupa” to the Canadian market by calling on everyday fans to read scripts professing their love for the product in appropriately cheesy, ’80s-style dating videos.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

“They oversaw a combination of a gruesome surgery, intense physical therapy and appropriately prescribed medicines,” Attar said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 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

“But it depends on how you look at it, really. I prefer to think of it as a story that’s waiting for an appropriately uplifting sequel.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

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