Fittingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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fittingly

 

[ หˆfษชtษชล‹li ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

used in a fitting manner

In a manner that is suitable or appropriate for a particular occasion or purpose.

Synonyms

adequately, appropriately, correctly, properly.

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Word Description / Examples
fittingly

Used when something is done in a way that is right for a specific situation, often ceremoniously.

  • He was fittingly honored at the ceremony.
  • The hero was fittingly celebrated by the townsfolk.
appropriately

Used when something is done in a suitable and proper way according to the situation.

  • He dressed appropriately for the formal event.
  • Her response was both thoughtful and appropriately timed.
properly

Used when something is done in a way that is acceptable, accurate, and following established standards.

  • Make sure you properly tighten the screws.
  • The equipment was properly maintained.
adequately

Used to indicate that something meets the necessary requirements to a satisfactory level.

  • She adequately completed all the tasks on time.
  • The room was adequately furnished for our needs.
correctly

Used when something is done according to a rule, standard, or accurate information.

  • She answered all the questions correctly.
  • The instructions were correctly followed.

Examples of usage

  • He fittingly thanked everyone who had helped him achieve his goal.
  • The tribute fittingly honored the memory of the fallen soldiers.
Context #2 | Adjective

appropriate

Appropriate or suitable for a particular purpose or situation.

Synonyms

appropriate, apt, proper, suitable.

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fittingly

Used when something is done in a way that is suitable or appropriate for the situation, often in a way that is harmonious or fitting.

  • Fittingly, the award ceremony was held at the artist's hometown
  • The dress code for the event was fittingly formal
appropriate

Used when something is considered correct or acceptable in a particular situation, often in terms of social norms or standards.

  • It is appropriate to wear a suit to a business meeting
  • Her response was appropriate given the circumstances
suitable

Used when something is right or appropriate for a particular purpose, person, or situation, often implying practicality and effectiveness.

  • The shoes are suitable for both casual and formal occasions
  • That movie is suitable for all ages
proper

Used when something conforms to established standards, rules, or expectations, often implying correctness or formality.

  • It's essential to follow proper protocol during the experiment
  • The mayor insisted on a proper investigation
apt

Used when something is suitable or fitting for a specific purpose, often with a sense of being particularly well-suited or relevant.

  • The teacher provided an apt example to explain the concept
  • The title of the book is apt given its content

Examples of usage

  • She chose a fittingly elegant dress for the occasion.
  • The team received a fittingly warm reception from the crowd.

Translations

Translations of the word "fittingly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น adequadamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคšเคฟเคค เคฐเฅ‚เคช เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช passend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan tepat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะดะฟะพะฒั–ะดะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odpowiednio

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฉๅˆ‡ใซ (tekisetsu ni)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท de maniรจre appropriรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ adecuadamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท uygun ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ ์ ˆํ•˜๊ฒŒ (jeokjeolhage)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุดูƒู„ ู…ู†ุงุณุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™imฤ›ล™enฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ primerane

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฐๅฝ“ๅœฐ (qiร dร ng de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ustrezno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ viรฐeigandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐะนั‹า›ั‚ั‹ ั‚าฏั€ะดะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒกแƒแƒ‘แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒกแƒแƒ“ (shesabamisad)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uyฤŸun ลŸษ™kildษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ adecuadamente

Etymology

The word 'fittingly' is derived from the verb 'fit'. It originated from the Old English word 'fittian', meaning 'to make fit or suitable'. Over time, the adverb 'fittingly' evolved to describe actions or behaviors that are appropriate or suitable for a given situation. The usage of 'fittingly' has been documented in English literature and everyday speech, highlighting its importance in conveying the idea of appropriateness or suitability.

See also: fit, fitness, fitter, fitting, fittingness, misfit, outfitting, unfit, unfitness, unfitting.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,964, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.