respectively
Translation
respectively, in that order
Examples
Tom and Jane are 10 and 12, respectively.
Tom and Jane are 10 and 12, respectively.
The first and second prizes went to Maria and John, respectively.
The first and second prizes went to Maria and John, respectively.
Grammar Patterns
..., respectively. in the order previously named Tom and Jane are 10 and 12, respectively.
Similar Words
Synonyms: in that order, separately
Etymology
From the adjective 'respective' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
Use 'respectively' at the end of a sentence to link two lists of items in the order they were mentioned. It 'respects' the order.