FITTINGLY Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

fittingly

adverb

Definition of fittingly

as in properly

in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose he was dressed fittingly for the prom—all decked out in a spiffy tux

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Recent Examples of fittingly Gervais isn’t overtly sentimental in depicting Gus’ growing affection for his young, quite cutely drawn (her eyes are enormous) young charge; in fact, the story resolves on a fittingly bittersweet note for the overall tone. — Alison Herman, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026 Sugar confronts her at a ceremonial funeral for the unknown deceased, a fittingly dramatic setting for our guy to have the final word as FBI agents roll up on the assemblywoman. — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026 Tartine is fittingly tucked inside a former funeral home chapel, where breakfast delights such as golden pastries, fresh breads and fruity jams are heaven on Earth. — Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Rachelle Rosten and Kelly deLaat of Douglas Elliman share the listing, with all proceeds from the sale fittingly going to the Glorya Kaufman Foundation to support arts, education, and community institutions. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026 The Final Painting fittingly has a contemplative tone, with slow, spellbound songs that seem both off-the-cuff and profoundly lived in. — Reed Jackson, SPIN, 31 July 2026 The right-handed closer is scheduled to be activated Wednesday — fittingly, when 40,000 fans will receive an Díaz bobblehead — after missing three months because of right elbow surgery. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 The event, part of TEDxFargo, will be moderated by painter Robert Vargas at Fargo, North Dakota’s fittingly named Brewhalla on Thursday. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2026 In an Instagram carousel, Bindi showed off her daughter’s impressive cake, which was fittingly decorated with animals. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 24 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fittingly

Adverb

Few companies have the time and talent to properly address AI as an asset, liability and necessity, so a new breed of MSPs has emerged to meet the moment.

— James Loffler, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Two of the most exciting results, the experts say, incorporate preexisting ideas from the recent mathematical literature without properly citing them.

— Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of properly

Adverb

Hotel Luze feels appropriately on-theme for the history of its location.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Our responsibility is not to make those decisions for residents, but to educate them about the risks, assess their health and safety, monitor for concerns, and respond appropriately when intervention is needed.

— Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 3 Aug. 2026