properly Definition
- 1in a way that is correct or appropriate
- 2thoroughly or completely
Using properly: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "properly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Please ensure that you are properly dressed for the occasion.
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The machine must be properly maintained to ensure safety.
Example
I didn't sleep properly last night.
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She knows how to properly handle the situation.
properly Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: properly in Brief
The adverb 'properly' [ˈprɒpəli] means correctly or appropriately, as in 'Please ensure that you are properly dressed for the occasion.' It can also mean thoroughly or completely, as in 'I didn't sleep properly last night.'