Duly
(adverb)
- In a manner that is appropriate or suitable for the purpose or circumstances; properly.
- At the proper or appointed time; punctually.
Origin:
From middle english duliche, dulich, from old english dǣlic ("fitting, suitable, proper"), from dǣl ("part, portion") + -lic (adjective-forming suffix).
Examples:
- Duly elected officials take office on January 1st.
- The jury was duly sworn in and the trial began.
- She was duly impressed by the size of the building.
- I will duly consider your proposal.
- The report was submitted and duly noted by the committee.