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

The visitors decided not to get too involved and did not step out of the fish bowl that duly prepared for them in advance.

From Washington Blade

So it is that each year we’re duly notified of a new eye-watering, why-would-we-need-that speed record.

From Singularity Hub 

Lemercier’s impression of Dion is dead-on, and she duly portrays the singer as gawky and awkward—but the movie doesn’t go any further in broadening the character, to a point where she could be funny.

From The Daily Beast

In this version of Bridgerton, the inclusion of racially conscious casting becomes a convenient mechanism by which racism as a theme can be duly eliminated — a move that undermines much of the show’s other attempts at seriousness.

From Vox

Either Bridgerton is set in our world and duly flubs its handling of racial identity, or it isn’t, and thus arguably gets a pass.

From Vox

William appears to have organized acquiescence by English lords for John, and was duly awarded when he was made Earl of Pembroke.

From The Daily Beast

We say, of course, that we will work with any duly elected Israeli government.

From The Daily Beast

Neymar duly scored from the spot, his second goal of the match, and Brazil were ahead 2-1.

From The Daily Beast

For his loyal work on behalf of Putin, Zharov was duly awarded for his “service to the Fatherland.”

From The Daily Beast

You are duly, and rightly, dumped before the drink menu even lands.

From The Daily Beast

As an M.P. you are duly qualified to accept any appointment under the Crown when the Government ask you.

From Project Gutenberg

At the third meeting, however, there was a full quorum, and the business done at the previous meetings was duly confirmed.

From Project Gutenberg

Those who collect taxes without being duly authorized by Government, or misappropriate public funds.

From Project Gutenberg

Violation of the immunity due to those who come with this mission, duly accredited, in the form prescribed by international law.

From Project Gutenberg

Every one had read or heard something exceedingly horrible, which he duly communicated to all the rest.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• appropriately
• correctly
• deservedly
• suitably