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proper vs properly

properly vs proper

proper is an adjective but properly is not an adjective.

proper is not an adverb while properly is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
proper No Yes No No
properly No No No Yes
proper (adjective) properly (adjective)
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
appropriate for a condition or purpose or occasion or a person's character, needs
having all the qualities typical of the thing specified
limited to the thing specified
proper (adverb) properly (adverb)
in the right manner; correctly; suitably
in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances
indicating exactness or preciseness
Difference between proper and properly

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