Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Properly.
How to pronounce properly:
US
Properly - as an adverb
In the right manner; correctly; suitably
Example: "Please do your job properly!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decent9decently14right9Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
improperly19Indicating exactness or preciseness
Example: "He was doing precisely (or exactly) what she had told him to do"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exactly19just11precisely16In accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances
Example: "He was appropriately dressed"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
appropriately22befittingly20duly8fitly11fittingly16suitably13Example Sentences
"Please make sure to tie your shoes properly before going for a run."
"It is essential to follow the recipe to cook the dish properly."
"He failed the test because he did not study properly."
"Make sure to clean the stains properly before they set."
"The teacher explained the concept so that the students could understand it properly."
Word Game Points
Is PROPERLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, properly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROPERLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is PROPERLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, properly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROPERLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is PROPERLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, properly is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROPERLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
