1. in a way that is suitable, proper, or fitting for a particular situation or context
She dressed appropriately for the formal dinner.
Ela se vestiu adequadamente para o jantar formal.
2. in a manner that is correct or proper according to social conventions or expectations
He responded appropriately to the criticism.
Ele respondeu adequadamente à crítica.
3. in a way that is relevant or applicable to the situation at hand
The teacher graded the essays appropriately according to the rubric.
A professora avaliou os ensaios adequadamente de acordo com o critério.