Correctly and Inadequately

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Correctly adverb - In a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose.

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Inadequately is an antonym for correctly.

Inadequately adverb - In an unsatisfactory way.

Usage example: she did the job quickly, but inadequately

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Correctly is an antonym for inadequately.

Nearby Words: inadequate, inadequacy

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