Synonyms of appropriately

appropriately

adverb

as in properly

in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose

make sure you greet our guests appropriately

Synonyms & Similar Words

• properly
• correctly
• suitably
• happily
• duly
• rightly
• adequately
• fittingly
• well
• right
• acceptably
• appositely
• congruously
• meetly
• satisfactorily
• decently
• tolerably
• passably
• decorously

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• improperly
• incorrectly
• inappropriately
• wrongly
• incongruously
• unsuitably
• unsatisfactorily
• unfortunately
• unacceptably
• unseemly
• unseasonably
• irrelevantly
• inopportunely
• inaptly
• awkwardly
• ungracefully
• inappositely

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of appropriately

Every decision is made with careful consideration and appropriately reviewed to ensure that any technology ICE utilizes is consistent with all applicable law enforcement policies and standards. — Steve Large, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026

Thatch is a natural, organic layer that’s beneficial if appropriately maintained. — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Aug. 2026

But with his shaky return from arthroscopic elbow surgery leading to three blown saves in four appearances, the crowd tempered its enthusiasm appropriately. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Future owners should also account for the practical realities of a larger cat, including appropriately sized carriers, litter boxes and scratching posts. — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 14 Aug. 2026

In this — appropriately — hot American summer, the movie is being re-released in theaters this week for its 25th anniversary. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 13 Aug. 2026

And, by the way, calling out White for not appropriately defending her own player during a postgame news conference is well within the bounds of normal sports criticism. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Addressing Nuance In Healthcare Claims Financial analysis alone cannot appropriately manage today’s healthcare claims environment. — Bruce Roffe, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Sony clearly wants to thread the needle of appropriately characterizing the new film while stoking audience nostalgia for its counterpart. — Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 11 Aug. 2026