CEFR B1

aptly

adverb

Meaning

In a way that is suitable or appropriate for the circumstances.

Examples

The movie's title was aptly chosen to reflect the story.
She responded aptly to the interviewer's challenging question.

Synonyms: fittingly, appropriately, suitably, pertinently

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aptly (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈæptli/

Definition

In a way that is suitable or appropriate for the circumstances.

Examples

The movie's title was aptly chosen to reflect the story.
She responded aptly to the interviewer's challenging question.
His nickname, 'The Professor,' suited him aptly because of his intelligence.

Synonyms of aptly

Words with a similar meaning to aptly:

fittingly
appropriately
suitably
pertinently

Antonyms of aptly

Words with the opposite meaning to aptly:

inappropriately
unsuitably

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