Correctly: meaning, definitions and examples

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correctly

 

[ kəˈrɛktli ]

Adverb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adverb

in a proper or accurate way

In a way that is right, or in a way that is free from mistakes or errors.

Synonyms

accurately, precisely, rightly

Examples of usage

  • She answered all the questions correctly.
  • Please spell your name correctly on the form.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a socially acceptable manner

In a way that is considered socially acceptable or appropriate.

Synonyms

appropriately, properly, suitably

Examples of usage

  • He behaved correctly at the formal dinner.
  • She dressed correctly for the occasion.

Translations

Translations of the word "correctly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corretamente

🇮🇳 सही ढंग से

🇩🇪 korrekt

🇮🇩 dengan benar

🇺🇦 правильно

🇵🇱 poprawnie

🇯🇵 正しく

🇫🇷 correctement

🇪🇸 correctamente

🇹🇷 doğru bir şekilde

🇰🇷 정확하게

🇸🇦 بشكل صحيح

🇨🇿 správně

🇸🇰 správne

🇨🇳 正确地

🇸🇮 pravilno

🇮🇸 rétt

🇰🇿 дұрыс

🇬🇪 სწორად

🇦🇿 düzgün

🇲🇽 correctamente

Etymology

The word 'correctly' originated from the Latin word 'correctus', the past participle of 'corrigere', which means 'to make straight, bring into order, set right'. The term has been used in English since the 15th century to denote actions done accurately or in a socially acceptable manner.

See also: autocorrect, correctable, corrected, correcting, correction, corrections, corrective, correctness, corrector, incorrectly, incorrectness.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,709, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.