Correctly: meaning, definitions and examples

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correctly

[ kəˈrɛktli ]

^{Context #1}

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}

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

richtig
ordnungsgemäß

🇮🇩 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

Word origin

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.