appropriately

Everyday

1. In a way that is right or suitable for the situation. tree →
2. Fittingly; in a way that matches nicely, sometimes in a funny way. tree →

In the lessons

In school, teachers ask pupils to dress appropriately, behave appropriately and use words appropriately. In stories it can show a neat match, like a dog «appropriately named Barky». Phrases: dress appropriately, behave appropriately, respond appropriately.

Examples

• Please dress appropriately for the cold weather. tree →
• He behaved appropriately at the funeral. tree →
• Answer the question appropriately with full sentences. tree →
• The fish shop is appropriately called The Plaice. tree →
• Use the tools appropriately in the science lab. tree →
• She spoke appropriately to the head teacher. tree →
• This kingdom was very appropriately called the Land of Tears. tree →

Note

Spelling: double p, double r is wrong: a-pp-r-o-p-r-i-a-t-e-l-y. The opposite is «inappropriately». Do not mix up with the verb «appropriate» (to take for yourself), which is said differently.