Basic Details
Word: Duly
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a proper or appropriate manner.
Synonyms: Properly, correctly, suitably
Antonyms: Improperly, wrongly, inadequately
Idioms and Phrases
- Duly noted: A phrase meaning that something has been acknowledged in a proper manner. Example: "Your feedback on the project was duly noted and will be taken into consideration."
- Duly appointed: Refers to someone who has been officially chosen or designated for a role. Example: "She was duly appointed as the team leader after the meeting."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The teacher duly praised the student for their excellent work on the science project.
Example 2: He completed the assignment duly and submitted it before the deadline.
Example 3: After the meeting, all the decisions were duly documented for future reference.
Fun Fact
The word "duly" comes from the Old French word "duel" meaning "according to due" or "rightly." It has been part of the English language since the late 14th century!
Famous Quote
"Justice has been duly served." — Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "duly" mean?
a) In a casual way
b) In a proper manner
c) Without notice
d) In a funny way
Answer: b) In a proper manner
2. Which of these is a synonym of "duly"?
a) Wrongly
b) Properly
c) Lazily
d) Quickly
Answer: b) Properly
3. What is an antonym of "duly"?
a) Correctly
b) Improperly
c) Suitably
d) Accurately
Answer: b) Improperly
4. Which sentence uses "duly" correctly?
a) The teacher duly explained the homework.
b) They went to the park duly.
c) She ate her lunch duly.
d) The cat ran duly across the room.
Answer: a) The teacher duly explained the homework.
5. What does "duly noted" mean?
a) Something ignored
b) Something taken into account
c) Something forgotten
d) Something incorrectly addressed
Answer: b) Something taken into account
