unproperly
/(ˌ)ʌnˈprɒp(ə)li/adverb
1Especially with reference to the use of language: incorrectly, erroneously. Formerly also: †figuratively, loosely; not literally (obsolete ). Now rare.
2In an inappropriate, unsuitable, or unacceptable manner; to a low or unacceptable standard; improperly.
Origin
Late Middle English; earliest use found in John Trevisa (c1342–?1402), translator. From un- + properly, after unproper.
- poison-cart
- poison creeper
- poison cup
- poison dart
- poison dart frog
- poison dogwood
- poisoned chalice
- poison elder
- poisoner
- poison flag
- poison flour
- poison frog
- poisonful
- poison gas
- poison green
- poison hemlock
- poison ivy
- poisonless
- poison mask
- poison-nut
- poison oak
- poison oracle
- poisonous
- poisonously
- poison pea