appropriately
Translation
suitably, properly, fittingly
Examples
She was dressed appropriately for the cold weather.
She was dressed appropriately for the cold weather.
The issue was not handled appropriately.
The issue was not handled appropriately.
Grammar Patterns
((modifies verb)) in a way that is suitable. He reacted appropriately to the news.
Similar Words
Synonyms: suitably, properly; Antonyms: inappropriately
Etymology
From the adjective 'appropriate' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
This is the adverb form of 'appropriate'. If an action is appropriate, you do it appropriately.