Properly and Truly

Properly

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

Truly and properly are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Truly" instead an adverb "Properly".

Nearby Words: proper, property

Truly

Truly adverb - Not merely this but also.

Properly and truly are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Properly" instead an adverb "Truly".

Nearby Word: truism

Both words in one sentence

  • The power of sheer gimmickry, when properly used, cannot be underestimated; a properly executed gimmick can make a character truly memorable.
    Source: The Gimmick
  • Recap / Doctor Who S34 E11 "Dark Water" And that she loves him — she truly, properly loves him, and won't ever say those three words to anyone else again.
  • Video Game / Deadly Rooms of Death This drives Beethro to truly insane feats as he tries to find someone that will talk to him properly.
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