responsibly
Responsibly (adv) means In a way that shows care, reliability, and good judgment. Example: “Please drink responsibly.”
How to use responsibly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing something in a sensible, careful, trustworthy way.
Word forms
more responsibly comparative, most responsibly superlative
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Please drink _____.
Etymology
From responsible plus -ly.
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What does “responsibly” mean?
The word “responsibly” means in a way that shows care, reliability, and good judgment. In plain terms, doing something in a sensible, careful, trustworthy way.
How do you use “responsibly” in a sentence?
Here is “responsibly” used in a sentence: “She managed the company's finances responsibly.”
What is the opposite of “responsibly”?
The opposite of “responsibly” — its antonyms — is irresponsibly.
What part of speech is “responsibly”?
“Responsibly” is an adverb.
Is “responsibly” a common word?
“Responsibly” is an uncommon word in modern English.