improperly
adverbUK /ɪmˈprɒpəli/
US /ɪmˈprɑːpərli/
In a way that is not right or not correct.
He was dressed improperly for the cold weather.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. In a way that is not polite or not acceptable in a social situation.
She spoke improperly at the formal dinner.
3. In a way that is not safe or not done the right way.
The machine was used improperly and broke down.
4. In a way that is not fair or not honest.
The money was improperly handled by the clerk.