improperly

Definitions

In a manner that is not in accordance with accepted rules, standards, or social norms.

In a way that is unsuitable, inappropriate, or incorrect for a particular purpose or situation.

Examples

The heavy machinery was stored improperly, leading to significant damage during the storm.

He was reprimanded for handling the sensitive documents improperly in front of the clients.

Synonyms

incorrectly inappropriately unsuitably wrongly unfitly indecently erroneously

Antonyms

properly correctly appropriately suitably rightly fittingly decently