improperly
word
Definition
In a way that is not correct, suitable, or acceptable; not following rules or standards.
Usage & Nuances
'Improperly' is a formal adverb, often used in legal, technical, or official situations. Common collocations: 'improperly installed', 'improperly used', 'improperly stored'. Not as casual as 'wrong' or 'badly'.
Spanish: incorrectamente - inapropiadamentePortuguese (BR): incorretamente - inadequadamentePortuguese (PT): incorretamente - inadequadamenteChinese (Simplified): 不正确地 - 不适当地Chinese (Traditional): 不正確地 - 不適當地Hindi: गलत तरीके से - अनुचित रूप सेArabic: بشكل غير صحيح - بشكل غير لائق
Example Sentences
The machine stopped because it was improperly assembled.
basic
He was fined for parking improperly on the street.
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Food that is improperly stored can go bad quickly.
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If you fill out the paperwork improperly, it might be rejected.
natural
He got in trouble for improperly using company resources.
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Sometimes instructions are so confusing that people follow them improperly.
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