correctly (A2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /kəˈrɛktli/

Definition

In a way that is right or true; without mistakes.

Examples

• She answered the question correctly.

• The data was entered correctly into the system.

• Please ensure you are spelling the word correctly.

How to Use correctly

correctly spell (collocation)

To spell a word in the right way. — "Can you spell your name correctly?"

correctly answer (collocation)

To give the right response to a question. — "He answered all the questions correctly."

correctly enter (collocation)

To input information into a system without errors. — "Please enter the details correctly."

Synonyms of correctly

Words with a similar meaning to correctly:

• right
• properly
• accurately
• precisely

Antonyms of correctly

Words with the opposite meaning to correctly:

• incorrectly
• wrongly

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