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just vs properly

properly vs just

just is an adjective but properly is not an adjective.

just and properly both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
just No Yes No Yes
properly No No No Yes
As adverbs, just and properly are synonyms defined as:
  • just and properly: indicating exactness or preciseness
Other synonyms of just include exactly, precisely.
just (adjective) properly (adjective)
used especially of what is legally or ethically right or proper or fitting
fair to all parties as dictated by reason and conscience
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
of moral excellence
just (adverb) properly (adverb)
and nothing more in the right manner; correctly; suitably
only a moment ago in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances
(used for emphasis) absolutely indicating exactness or preciseness
only a very short time before
indicating exactness or preciseness
exactly at this moment or the moment described
possibly (indicating a slight chance of something being true)
by a little
Difference between just and properly

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