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Meaning of aptly
The primary meaning of the word "aptly" is to describe something that is done or said in a way that is suitable or fitting for the situation.
Etymology of aptly
The word "aptly" comes from the Old English word "æptlic", which is derived from "æpt" meaning "suitable" or "fitting", and the suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb.
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something that is done or said in a way that is suitable or fitting for the situation.
Synonyms
appropriately
suitably
fittingly
properly
rightly
justly
fairly
reasonably
logically
naturally
understandably
inevitably
obviously
clearly
evidently
manifestly
plainly
understandably
sensibly
rationally
wisely
judiciously
discreetly
tactfully
skillfully
cleverly
ingeniously
resourcefully
adeptly
ably
competently
effectively
efficiently
proficiently
expertly
masterfully
admirably
commendably
laudably
praiseworthily
satisfactorily
adequately
sufficiently
competently
capably
aptly
ably
proficiently
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "aptly" as in a way that is suitable or fitting for the situation, using phrases or words that are appropriate and effective.
- * It can also imply a sense of cleverness or skill in the way something is done or said.
Usage Examples
- The professor aptly summarized the complex theory in a few simple sentences.
- * The comedian aptly observed the absurdity of modern life, leaving the audience in stitches.
- * The artist aptly captured the mood of the city in her latest painting.
Antonyms
inaptly
unsuitably
improperly
wrongly
unjustly
unfairly
unreasonably
illogically
unnaturally
inexplicably
vaguely
unclearly
obscurely
vaguely
confusingly
ambiguously
poorly
inadequately
insufficiently
ineffectively
inefficiently
unskillfully
clumsily
ineptly
inappropriately
inopportunely
inconveniently
unseasonably
mistimed
ill-timed