APTLY Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

aptly

adverb

Definition of aptly

as in ably

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Recent Examples of aptly Bradley Cooper strapped on IWC’s aptly named Big Pilot’s Watch for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s big day. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 July 2026 The collection of poems, translated from French by Sarah Riggs, aptly sees Adnan contending with her own mortality. — Literary Hub, 6 July 2026 Walking west, the Robinson Building – now home to the aptly named The Robinson cocktail bar – and the neighboring Lartigue Building were built in 1884 after a fire destroyed four of the area’s wood buildings. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2026 And delicate fabrics should only be washed on the (aptly named) delicate cycle or by hand if the care label recommends it. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for aptly

Recent Examples of Synonyms for aptly

Adverb

The kitchen is ably led by former River Café head chef Danny Bohan, whose menu draws on French and Italian culinary traditions with highlights like Dorset crab with tomatoes and aioli and sea bass carpaccio.

— Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
The former Liverpool winger then picked out Mostafa Ziko, who finished ably.

— Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 July 2026

Definition of ably

Adverb

That fear came to a head when Crowley had her captured and her dad had to come find her after deftly escaping prison.

— Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
But despite multiple shots by Spain, Argentina deftly defended its goal—forcing the match to go into extra time.

— Michael Schneider for Variety, Robb Report, 22 July 2026

Definition of deftly

Adverb

The single-sided swingarm back there reveals a custom suspension setup from Wilbers, with the front forks artfully clad in aluminum panels.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 July 2026
Room service is spectacular—impeccably delivered and artfully plated, best enjoyed from your private terrace overlooking the lake.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

Definition of artfully

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The resort expertly blends immersive art installations, a decadent spa with a Turkish hammam and superb restaurants, including its signature overwater Japanese restaurant, Saoke.

— Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026
The Carnaby expertly mixes Ramsay’s reputation for Michelin star culinary excellence with a 1960s British Invasion rock n’ roll vibe that’s retro hip, energetic and just a bit irreverent.

— Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 16 July 2026

Definition of expertly

Adverb

Rams architects Les Snead and Sean McVay can still adroitly motivate a player without pressing too hard.

— Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Shrines, Puzzles, and a Sprawling World The Adventures of Elliot adroitly fuses sharp combat with intricate puzzle-solving, further cementing the Zelda feel.

— Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 18 May 2026

Definition of adroitly

Adverb

For young children who haven’t yet learned to read fluently, subtitles can also be difficult to keep up with.

— Hannah Silverman, Parents, 20 July 2026
Her ability to speak both Japanese and English fluently allows conversations to move beyond translation and into genuine understanding.

— Malana VanTyler, USA Today, 15 July 2026

Definition of fluently

Adverb

While traditional tailoring and minimalist silhouettes dominated the red carpet, prospects masterfully personalized their looks.

— Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Son moved fast, especially up the left wing, and arced balls masterfully into the corners of the net.

— E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 24 June 2026