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Meaning of fittingly
The primary meaning of "fittingly" is to do something in a way that is suitable or appropriate for the situation.
Etymology of fittingly
The word "fittingly" has its roots in the Old English word "fitian" which means to suit or be suitable
The suffix "-ly" is added to form an adverb, indicating the manner in which something is done
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is done in a suitable or appropriate way
Synonyms
appropriately
suitably
properly
correctly
aptly
rightly
justly
fairly
reasonably
logically
naturally
inevitably
understandably
predictably
obviously
plainly
clearly
sensibly
wisely
prudently
discreetly
tastefully
elegantly
becomingly
befittingly
seemly
decently
respectfully
courteously
politely
considerately
thoughtfully
kindly
graciously
mercifully
benignly
gently
softly
quietly
unobtrusively
modestly
humbly
meekly
submissively
compliantly
obligingly
accommodatingly
cooperatively
helpfully
conveniently
opportunely
seasonably
timely
punctually
promptly
immediately
instantly
forthwith
straightaway
directly
appropriately
fitting
apt
proper
correct
just
fair
reasonable
sensible
wise
prudent
discreet
tasteful
elegant
becoming
befitting
seemly
decent
respectful
courteous
polite
considerate
thoughtful
kind
gracious
merciful
benign
gentle
soft
quiet
unobtrusive
modest
humble
meek
submissive
compliant
obliging
accommodating
cooperative
helpful
convenient
opportune
seasonal
timely
punctual
prompt
immediate
instant
forthwith
straightaway
direct
Definitions
- In a way that is suitable or appropriate for the situation
- * In a manner that is proper or becoming
- * To a degree or extent that is suitable or appropriate
Usage Examples
- She spoke fittingly of her experiences, moving the audience to tears
- * The company responded fittingly to the crisis, providing aid and support to those affected
- * The award was given fittingly to the person who had worked tirelessly for the cause
Antonyms
inappropriately
unsuitably
improperly
incorrectly
inaptly
wrongly
unjustly
unfairly
unreasonably
illogically
unnaturally
unexpectedly
surprisingly
oddly
strangely
unusually
unseemly
indecently
disrespectfully
discourteously
impolitely
inconsiderately
thoughtlessly
unkindly
ungraciously
severely
harshly
loudly
boisterously
obtrusively
immodestly
arrogantly
haughtily
presumptuously
stubbornly
uncooperatively
unhelpfully
inconveniently
inopportunely
unseasonably
untimely
tardily
belatedly
delayedly
indirectly