correctly

cor-rect-ly · adverb

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Definitions

adverb

  1. 1.

    In a way that is accurate and without error.

  2. 2.

    In a socially appropriate manner.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    if I remember correctly — used when recalling something uncertain
  • •
    correctly so — appropriately, with good reason

Related words

Antonyms: inaccurately, incorrectly, wrongly
See also: accurately, correct, correction
Synonyms: accurately, appropriately, properly, rightly

Etymology

From correct + -ly, from Latin correctus meaning "made straight, set right."