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properly

Adverb CEFR B1 Frequent
ˈpɹɑ.pɚ.li

Definitions

  1. In a proper manner, appropriately, suitably; correctly, justifiably
  2. well (adverbial form of bueno)
  3. well; fine; okay (state of being satisfied with the status quo)
  4. individually; in one's own manner.
  5. Entirely; extremely; thoroughly.
  6. willingly
  7. very

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Examples

“Does she think⟳ the repairs have⟳ been properly done?”
“I know⟳ that I am spoiling your life that without me you could work⟳. And you will I know⟳. You see⟳ I cant[sic] even write⟳ this properly.”
“Hospitals are failing to care properly for the growing number⟳ of people with dementia, according to an NHS-funded report⟳, which has prompted demands for big improvements to help⟳ patients.”
“I was properly tired after that party.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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