correctly — In a way that is accurate, proper, or free from error. According to fact, truth, or an accepted standard.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a way that is accurate, proper, or free from error. According to fact, truth, or an accepted standard.
Pronunciation (IPA): /kɚˈrektli/
Korean meaning: 올바르게, 정확하게
Korean pronunciation: 커-렉트-리 (강세: 렉)
Example Sentences
- My GPS finally guided me correctly after three wrong turns.
- The student correctly solved the math problem on her first try.
- He correctly predicted that his cat would ignore the expensive toy and play with the box instead.
correctly
ADVERB//kɚˈrektli//
In a way that is accurate, proper, or free from error. According to fact, truth, or an accepted standard.
In a way that is accurate, proper, or free from error. According to fact, truth, or an accepted standard.
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Aim correctly, hit perfectly, directly!
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Origin
From Latin 'correctus', the past participle of 'corrigere' meaning 'to make straight' or 'to set right'. The word evolved through Old French into Middle English, maintaining its core meaning of accuracy and proper alignment.
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“My GPS finally guided me correctly after three wrong turns.”
“The student correctly solved the math problem on her first try.”
“He correctly predicted that his cat would ignore the expensive toy and play with the box instead.”
“Please fill out the form correctly to avoid delays.”
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