SUITABLY Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

suitably

adverb

Definition of suitably

as in properly

in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose tried to appear suitably amused by his well-intentioned anecdote

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as in enough

in or to a degree or quantity that meets one's requirements or satisfaction I need someone who's suitably versed in computers to help me decide what to buy

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Recent Examples of suitably Now the town finally has a suitably wonderful place to stay. — Mary Lussiana, Air Mail, 30 May 2026 His hushed, ragged whisper feels suitably weathered, fitting a collection of songs that never are in a hurry. — Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Pitchfork, 22 June 2026 It was originally finished in Grecian White, but has been repainted in a suitably slick black. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 June 2026 Wayne Randazzo and Mark Gubicza were suitably respectful of the team. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026 The effect feels modern, distinctive and suitably premium. — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026 The ultimate aim of Chinese officials is to present their leader in the best possible light, while making their guest feel suitably respected. — Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 13 May 2026 There is a lot riding on all involved improving a situation best described as chaotic and perhaps most suitably described as unwarranted. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2026 Mixologist Giuseppe Atteo conjures up suitably fruity and herbivorous cocktails at the pale marble bar, themed for the seasons. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for suitably

Adverb

The chronic disease, which impairs the body’s ability to properly regulate blood sugar, contributed to 94,445 deaths that year.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Consoles, controllers, accessories, weird VR gloves that never worked properly, but mostly the games themselves.

— David Pierce, The Verge, 2 July 2026

Definition of properly

Adverb

Between daily high temperatures and warm overnight lows — which won't be low enough to offer much relief — more than 300 records are expected to be set by Saturday.

— Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Santorini’s cruise pressure has become visible enough that the Municipal Port Fund of Thira set a maximum of 8,000 cruise passengers per day for both 2025 and 2026.

— Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of enough

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In 1785, astronomer William Herschel set about mapping our galaxy, correctly determining the disk-like shape of the Milky Way but incorrectly placing the solar system at its heart.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 3 July 2026
Choosing the right products and using them correctly supports overall health and well-being.

— Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 3 July 2026

Definition of correctly

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Buchhorn’s conviction was overturned in 2021, after the Court of Appeals of Kansas found Buchhorn’s defense did not sufficiently question Erik Mitchell of Frontier Forensics Midwest, an independent contractor who performed Oliver’s autopsy.

— Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026
Lei's team propose that this glitch either strengthened or reoriented, or both, the magnetic field of the Blue Eye Pulsar sufficiently to trigger radio emissions, or at least make feeble radio waves that were already there detectable.

— Keith Cooper, Space.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of sufficiently

Adverb

This sci-fi extravaganza was the perfect summertime escape that was appropriately launched over the festive Fourth of July week.

— Jeff Spry, Space.com, 3 July 2026
Before adopting and offering access to AI agents, organizations need to learn which can withstand today’s adaptive attacks by ensuring data, assets and privacy are appropriately secure.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of appropriately

Adverb

The defense had argued to delay the hearing, saying in court filings this spring the high volume of discovery meant Robinson’s attorneys would be unable to adequately prepare.

— Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Gupta considers the blanket rent freeze a blunt tool that doesn't adequately address the affordability crisis.

— James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

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