Appositely

/əˈpɑzɪtli/ adverb

Definition

In a way that is very suitable, appropriate, or fitting for a particular situation.

Etymology

From apposite (meaning suitable or appropriate), which comes from Latin appositus, past participle of apponere (to place near or apply). The -ly suffix converts the adjective to an adverb.

Kelly Says

The word literally means 'in a way that's placed near perfectly'—it's like when a teacher picks exactly the right example to explain something confusing. When you use apposite language, you're placing words precisely where they fit best.

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