properly

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   in the right manner

   please do your job properly!

2. 2
   adv

   In a proper manner, appropriately, suitably; correctly, justifiably

   Does she think the repairs have been properly done?

3. 3
   adv

   Entirely; extremely; thoroughly.

   I was properly tired after that party.

4. 4
   adv

   with reason or justice

5. 5
   adv

   individually; in one's own manner.

Etymology

From proper + -ly.