Improperly

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈprɑpərli/

Definitions of improperly

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating manner, place, time, or degree

Example Sentences

A1 He was driving improperly without a seatbelt.

A2 The machine was operating improperly due to a loose screw.

B1 She was reprimanded for handling the documents improperly.

B2 The company was fined for disposing of hazardous waste improperly.

C1 The investigation revealed that the funds were being improperly diverted.

C2 The CEO was accused of improperly using company resources for personal gain.

Examples of improperly in a Sentence

formal The company was fined for improperly disposing of hazardous waste.

informal He got in trouble for improperly parking in a handicapped spot.

slang She was called out for improperly ghosting her date.

figurative The artist was criticized for improperly blending colors in her painting.

Grammatical Forms of improperly

• past tense: improperly
• plural: improperlies
• comparative: more improperly
• superlative: most improperly
• present tense: improperly
• future tense: will improperly
• perfect tense: have improperly
• continuous tense: is improperly
• singular: improperly
• positive degree: improperly
• infinitive: to improperly
• gerund: improperly
• participle: improperly

Origin and Evolution of improperly

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'improperly' originated from the combination of the prefix 'im-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and the word 'properly' which comes from the Latin word 'proprius' meaning 'one's own'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'improperly' has retained its original meaning of not being done in the correct or appropriate manner, but has also expanded to include behavior that is not socially acceptable or morally right.