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duly Synonyms

Another word for duly

Choosing another word for duly depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In accordance with what is required, expected, or appropriate; in a proper or formal manner.

Usage Example

"The contract was properly signed and witnessed by all parties involved."

Strongest
properly
appropriately
Strong
fittingly
suitably
rightfully
legitimately
accordantly

• adverb (Context 2)

At the proper, expected, or appointed time; punctually.

Usage Example

"The morning express train punctually arrived at the platform at eight o'clock."

Strongest
punctually
Strong
on time
promptly
timely

Opposites of duly

The opposite of duly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

unduly
tardily
belatedly
improperly
inappropriately
late
unlawfully
incorrectly
See all opposites of duly

• Nearby Words

dullsville
dully
dulse
duly
dumb
dumbass
dumbbell

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Duly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/duly
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