American English pronunciation
How to pronounce improperly
IPA transcription: [,ɪmp'ɹɑpɚli]
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Adverb
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in an improper way
“he checked whether the wound had healed improperly”
Usage examples
- Carbon dioxide is an asphyxiant and can be a freezing hazard if vented improperly.
- It is sometimes found on black olives, improperly stored food grains and peanuts.
- The combatants turned out to be a security team conducting an improperly scheduled drill.
- The brick walls were improperly mortared and supported.
- Indian red, or Persian earth, is what we improperly call English red.
- However, the nitrous oxide was improperly administered and the patient cried out in pain.