meetly

adverb

Definition of meetlynext
as in properly
in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose the governor meetly and rightly did his duty when he vetoed a bill that was clearly unconstitutional

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  1. properly
  2. correctly
  3. appropriately
Adverb
  • Research shows that almost two-thirds (64%) of patients using sharps at home have never been taught how to dispose of them properly.
    — Irina Butler, Boston Herald, 10 July 2026
  • The Smithville native suffered a fracture in May that, if not handled properly, could have changed his life forever.
    — Latif Love July 9, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
Definition of properly
Adverb
  • Buda Mendes / Getty Images FIFA’s Collina said VAR had correctly recommended overturning Zico’s goal after identifying a foul by Marwan Attia on Argentina defender Lisandro Martínez during the attacking possession phase.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 9 July 2026
  • One rotisserie chicken, if deboned correctly, should render 3 1/2 to 4 cups of meat.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 July 2026
Definition of correctly
Adverb
  • One key to success has been to finally acknowledge the scale of the problem and adapt appropriately.
    — Mehmet Oz, Boston Herald, 13 July 2026
  • The atmosphere has to work extra hard to distribute all this extra heat appropriately.
    — Sean Macaday July 13, Sacbee.com, 13 July 2026
Definition of appropriately
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“Meetly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meetly. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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