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Yoong Liat Posted 19 years ago
Grammar
correct word
We have to try our best to behave correctly / appropriately.
Which word should be used? Or are both fine?
Which word should be used? Or are both fine?
Top answer
Appropriately
- Appropriately
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The two words do not mean exactly the same thing.
"The ambassador responded correctly [according to protocol], but a little show of anger would have been appropriate [suitable to the occasion]."
"The ambassador responded correctly [according to protocol], but a little show of anger would have been appropriate [suitable to the occasion]."
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The two adjectives do not carry the same meaning.
Correct: ways, methods, patterns, procedures etc…
Appropriate: Manners, behaviors, actions, protocols.
Correct: ways, methods, patterns, procedures etc…
Appropriate: Manners, behaviors, actions, protocols.
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