Responsibly

adv

adv ·4 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adverb

1
In a responsible manner.
"The country ran shuttles and posted signs encouraging visitors to enjoy the display responsibly, but those precautions didn't prevent rattlesnake bites, twisted ankles, heat exhaustion, Instacelebs and other selfie-takers lying in or otherwise trampling the delicate blooms they'd come to see."

Adverb

1
in a responsible manner wordnet

Synonyms

accountably bona fide constantly faithfully firmly staunchly

Antonyms

unaccountably irresponsibly

Example

"Cell phones are convenient, but I want them to be used responsibly."

Etymology

From responsible + -ly.

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