duly

[ doo-lee, dyoo- ]

adverb

1. in a correct or appropriate manner; properly; fittingly.
2. at the right time; punctually.

duly

/ ˈdjuːlɪ /

adverb

1. in a proper or fitting manner
2. at the proper time; punctually

Word History and Origins

Origin of duly¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English duelich(e); due, -ly

Word History and Origins

Origin of duly¹

C14: see due , -ly ²

Example Sentences

All this is duly noted in the documentary, yet the implications for his creativity are not examined.

From Los Angeles Times

The previous May, the lease for the shop came up for sale and was duly bought by Benjamin Wolfe, a man in his 60s.

From BBC

There are powerful moments, to be sure, surrounding the human drama, but, though moral questions are duly considered, the political drama registers less intensely — apart from it all seeming more than a little mad.

From Los Angeles Times

It duly topped the US charts and went to number nine in the UK.

From BBC

The cost of running the AC duly fell in the painted building, by 40%, he adds.

From BBC

Related Words

• appropriately
• correctly
• deservedly
• suitably