Definition of correctly adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

(Definition of correctly from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

Correct refers to eliminating faults, errors, or defects: I corrected the spelling mistakes. The new design corrected the flaws in the earlier version.

Synonyms for CORRECTLY: properly, appropriately, happily, rightly, adequately, right, duly, well; Antonyms of CORRECTLY: incorrectly, improperly, wrongly, inappropriately, incongruously, …

CORRECTLY definition: to make free from errors | Meaning, pronunciation, translations and examples

Dec 14, 2025 · correctly (comparative more correctly, superlative most correctly) Most people couldn't pronounce Daragh's name correctly, so he went by the name of "Dave" instead. …

Correct, accurate, precise imply conformity to fact, standard, or truth. A correct statement is one free from error, mistakes, or faults. An accurate statement is one that shows careful conformity …

“Correct” and “correctly” are both common in English, but they are used in different ways. This article will explain how the two words differ to help you understand how you can make the …

correctly, adv. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary

To do something correctly is to to it accurately: to do it right. A correctly spelled word is spelled right.