Appropriately — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective adverb /ə-ˈprō-prē-ət/ ap·pro·pri·ate

Meaning & Definition of Appropriately

Appropriately (adjective)

  1. especially suitable or compatible, fitting

Appropriately (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose

    "make sure you greet our guests appropriately"

    similar: appositely, congruously, correctly, duly, fittingly, happily, meetly, properly, right, rightly, suitably
    related: well, acceptably, adequately, passably, satisfactorily, tolerably, decently, decorously
    opposite: improperly, inappropriately, incongruously, incorrectly, unseemly, unsuitably, wrongly
    near: unacceptably, unsatisfactorily, inopportunely, unfortunately, unseasonably, inappositely, inaptly, irrelevantly, awkwardly, ungracefully

Related Entry: Appropriate (adjective)

Appropriate is a different word from Appropriately. The synonyms below are for appropriate, not for appropriately.

  1. meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation

    "I don't think jeans and a T-shirt are appropriate attire for a wedding"

    similar: applicable, apt, becoming, befitting, felicitous, fit, fitted, fitting, good, happy, meet, pretty, proper, right, suitable, in order
    related: condign, deserved, just, justified, needed, required, requisite, able, capable, competent, cut out, qualified, trained, pitch-perfect, acceptable, adequate, decent, kosher, satisfactory, serviceable, tolerable, correct, decorous, respectable, seemly, balanced, companionate, congruous, consonant, harmonious, rightful
    opposite: improper, inapplicable, inapposite, inappropriate, inapt, incongruous, indecent, infelicitous, malapropos, misbecoming, unapt, unbecoming, unbeseeming, unfit, unfitting, unhappy, unmeet, unseemly, unsuitable, wrong
    near: incapable, incompetent, inept, inexpert, unqualified, unskilled, unskillful, untrained, inadequate, intolerable, unacceptable, unsatisfactory, graceless, incorrect, indecorous, incompatible, uncongenial

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Appropriately

The most common words with a similar meaning to Appropriately:

appositely, congruously, correctly, duly, fittingly, happily, meetly, properly, right, rightly, suitably

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Appropriately

Words with the opposite meaning of Appropriately:

improperly, inappropriately, incongruously, incorrectly, unseemly, unsuitably, wrongly

Related Words for Appropriately

well, acceptably, adequately, passably, satisfactorily, tolerably, decently, decorously

Near Antonyms of Appropriately

unacceptably, unsatisfactorily, inopportunely, unfortunately, unseasonably, inappositely, inaptly, irrelevantly, awkwardly, ungracefully

Word Forms of Appropriately

Derived words: appropriately (adverb), appropriateness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Appropriately

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions about Appropriately

What does "Appropriately" mean?

"Appropriately" means especially suitable or compatible, fitting. As an an adjective and an adverb, it is defined as: especially suitable or compatible, fitting.

What is another word for "Appropriately"?

Other words for "Appropriately" include appositely, congruously, correctly, duly, fittingly, happily, meetly and properly. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Appropriately" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Appropriately"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Appropriately". Common alternatives include appositely, congruously, correctly, duly, fittingly, happily, meetly, properly, right and rightly.

What is the opposite of "Appropriately"?

Antonyms of "Appropriately" include improperly, inappropriately, incongruously, incorrectly, unseemly, unsuitably and wrongly. Near antonyms include unacceptably, unsatisfactorily, inopportunely and unfortunately.

How do you use "Appropriately" in a sentence?

Examples of "Appropriately" in a sentence: "make sure you greet our guests appropriately".

Is "Appropriately" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Appropriately" can be used as an adjective and an adverb, depending on the context.

Is "Appropriately" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Appropriately" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Appropriately"?

"Appropriately" is pronounced /ə-ˈprō-prē-ət/ and divided into syllables as ap·pro·pri·ate.