Definition of properly

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  • properly is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • properly is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
  • properly is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of properly

  • in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances (adverb)

    Examples

    1. If you don't behave properly, you'll have to leave!

    Synonyms

    1. appropriately
    2. befittingly
    3. duly
    4. fitly
    5. fittingly
    6. suitably
  • indicating exactness or preciseness (adverb)

    Synonyms

    1. exactly
    2. just
    3. precisely
  • in the right manner; correctly; suitably (adverb)

    Examples

    1. please do your job properly!

    Synonyms

    1. decent
    2. decently
    3. right

See definition of properly in Merriam Webster