APTLY Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

aptly

adverb

Definition of aptly

as in ably

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Recent Examples of aptly The new, aptly named Perpetual Padellone retains the original’s vintage aesthetics, but is equipped with a new annual calendar (Caliber 7190) that automatically accounts for 30- and 31-day months and requires adjustment just once a year. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026 On September 25, Swift released the deluxe edition of The Life of a Showgirl, aptly titled The Encore. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 30 Sep. 2026 The Lumière family’s photographic plate factory is aptly located on the Rue du Premier-Film. — Will Barker, TheWeek, 29 Sep. 2026 Among the new 44 Squad, which Hondo aptly calls the Exiles, is Sammy Bishop (Lucy Barrett), a gun expert and social media star who, much to Hondo’s horror, has no qualms about live-streaming from headquarters. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for aptly

Recent Examples of Synonyms for aptly

Adverb

Still The Hairy Ape is, in one sense, a long, furious solo — a man pounding his head against a piano while accompanied by the orchestra — and Beavers ably carries its weight through to the finale.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026
Zeller sets this up ably by incorporating the sledgehammer blows of the builder hired by Toby into percussive passages of Volker Bertelmann’s ominous score.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of ably

Adverb

John Steinbeck wrote Cathy Ames, the antagonist of his novel East of Eden, as the embodiment of original sin, and in Zoe Kazan’s Netflix adaptation, Florence Pugh deftly channels the character’s ambition and cynicism.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026
His predecessor, Tim Cook, gained stature on the world stage as a power broker deftly navigating global politics, markets, and supply chains.

— Andrew R. Chow, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of deftly

Adverb

His bed, once artfully tussled, is a feat of military-tight corners.

— Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2026
While posing artfully in the store’s shop window, Klara catches the eye of Josie (Mia Tharia), who persuades her mother Chrissie (Amy Adams) to buy her as a companion.

— Damon Wise, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of artfully

Adverb

Lace was expertly placed with thoughtful trims and underlays to create detailed masterpieces.

— Shelby Wax, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
Hadid wore the Vivaia Carol Jogger Sneakerinas on a chopper ride, expertly styling them with a beige barn jacket, little black dress, and suede shoulder bag.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of expertly

Adverb

The overtones of social significance are adroitly handled and make real sense in an era of tragic international quarrels.

— THR Staff, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026
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

Definition of adroitly

Adverb

When daily life can feel quite bruising and fractious, documentaries skillfully encourage us to let our guard down and connect with real-life stories and people… sometimes challenging, often invigorating, and always meaningful.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026
Baseball serves as a test platform for these underlying capabilities, with dexterous manipulation, the ability to handle objects skillfully and reliably, remaining the larger objective.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of skillfully

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Biscuits • Beard speaks Dutch fluently in part because Brendan Hunt, who co-wrote the episode with Jason Sudeikis, speaks Dutch fluently.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2026
Sam, who speaks Arabic fluently and whose specialties brought him to the Middle East, is working in Dubai.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of fluently

Adverb

The narrative winds in and out of time, masterfully jumping between past and future with no consideration to chronology.

— Sky Davis, Christian Science Monitor, 13 Oct. 2026
Ahluwalia x Puma Blending the designer’s Indian-Nigerian culture with Puma’s legendary sportswear designs, this partnership masterfully resulted in a colorful, chic athleisure capsule.

— Virginia Corneli, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026