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
The editing, by the director and Sam Kuhn, finds the pulse of every scene, and the music, fittingly, is a vital element, from the dream-state propulsion of Montell Fish’s compositions to a fine selection of vintage Japanese folk-rock.
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Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 12 Mar. 2026
The staff is demanding better wages and job protections, including — fittingly — protection against being replaced by AI.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
Perhaps fittingly, then, Annie leaned into the moment like a game-show host.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick have worked with their kids, Smile star Sosie and musician/composer Travis, in various capacities over the years, but their latest joint project, fittingly titled Family Movie, marks the first time all four are leading a film as the core cast.
—Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Mar. 2026
After you're done chowing down, make for the Santa Monica Pier, where Route 66 finally runs out of road, and the Pacific Ocean rolls in—a fittingly cinematic finale to this all-American adventure.
—Zoey Goto, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
The two doors open dramatically in a scissor pattern – quite fittingly, to be honest.
—New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
His final game came on April 2, 2022, when Duke fell to North Carolina in the Final Four—a fittingly dramatic coda to his Hall of Fame career.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 2 Mar. 2026
As mentioned, Milan is known for its art, and the runways fittingly reflected muses traipsing directly from an art party (or basement rave) to the catwalk.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 1 Mar. 2026
Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 12 Mar. 2026
The staff is demanding better wages and job protections, including — fittingly — protection against being replaced by AI.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
Perhaps fittingly, then, Annie leaned into the moment like a game-show host.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick have worked with their kids, Smile star Sosie and musician/composer Travis, in various capacities over the years, but their latest joint project, fittingly titled Family Movie, marks the first time all four are leading a film as the core cast.
—Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Mar. 2026
After you're done chowing down, make for the Santa Monica Pier, where Route 66 finally runs out of road, and the Pacific Ocean rolls in—a fittingly cinematic finale to this all-American adventure.
—Zoey Goto, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
The two doors open dramatically in a scissor pattern – quite fittingly, to be honest.
—New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
His final game came on April 2, 2022, when Duke fell to North Carolina in the Final Four—a fittingly dramatic coda to his Hall of Fame career.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 2 Mar. 2026
As mentioned, Milan is known for its art, and the runways fittingly reflected muses traipsing directly from an art party (or basement rave) to the catwalk.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 1 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fittingly
Adverb
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So excited to have properly chilled wine.—
Anna Moeslein,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2026
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The track was built properly, with the fencing, the walls.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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After conversing with the bots, participants correctly identified the hypothetical condition only about a third of the time.—
Katia Riddle,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2026
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And time your ascent correctly—climbers should begin to descend no later than noon.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
10 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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An appropriately tropical vibe fills this 530-room property sprawling across 32 acres of blooms, tropical grass, stone cranes, and deities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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For instance, provide them with a measuring cup to scoop out a serving of cereal or an appropriately-sized spoon to add potatoes to their plate.—
Sally Kuzemchak,
Parents,
7 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Fittingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fittingly. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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