aptly
Pronunciation
Adverb
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
In a way that is very suitable or fitting for the situation.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
fittingly
suitably
Usage notes
"Aptly" often appears right before a past participle, as in "aptly named" or "aptly described".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The stray cat was _____ named Shadow, since it followed her everywhere."
Answer: aptly
In your own words, what does "aptly" mean?
In a way that is very suitable or fitting for the situation.
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