Correctly
/kəˈrɛktli/
Definitions
In a manner that is free from error; accurately.
/kəˈrɛktli/
In a correct manner
The student answered the questions correctly on the test.
💡 Simply: Doing something in the right way, without mistakes. Like, if you spell a word correctly, you didn't make any errors!
👶 For kids: Doing something the right way or without any mistakes.
More Examples
The machine is calibrated to measure the weight correctly.
He remembered her name correctly.
How It's Used
"Please answer the questions correctly."
"The student solved the equation correctly and received full marks."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
From Middle English *correctly*, from Latin *correctē*, adverbial form of *correctus* (past participle of *corrigere* ‘to set straight, to correct’)
The word 'correctly' has been used since the Middle English period, evolving from Latin roots to describe actions performed accurately and without errors. Early examples focused on moral or legal rectitude before extending to physical accuracy.
Memory tip
Think of 'correct' + 'ly' - doing something in a 'correct' way.
Word Origin
"set straight, to rectify"