What does improperly mean?
Improperly means In an improper manner; not properly..
Improperly
/ɪmˈpɹɑ.pɚ.li/ · adverb
Meaning
In an improper manner; not properly..
Example Sentences
Prosecutors also said Wednesday their side “does not intend to reference allegations that the defendant violated FARA or improperly coordinated with the Obama Administration,” referring to the Foreign Agents Registration Act, which requires people who lobby on behalf of foreign clients to register beforehand with the US government.
Synonyms for improperly
Antonyms for improperly
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Word Forms
- more improperly
- most improperly
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for improperly?
Common synonyms include immorally, indecently, wrongly, illicitly.
What is the opposite of improperly?
Possible antonyms include right, decent, properly, decently.
How do you use improperly in a sentence?
Prosecutors also said Wednesday their side “does not intend to reference allegations that the defendant violated FARA or improperly coordinated with the Obama Administration,” referring to the Foreign Agents Registration Act, which requires people who lobby on behalf of foreign clients to register beforehand with the US government.
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