| Main Entry: | officially |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | in an official manner |
Synonyms: |
according to protocol, befittingly, ceremoniously, conventionally, correctly, customarily, fittingly, formally, orderly, precisely, properly, regularly, suitably |
Antonyms: |
casually, informally, unceremoniously |
| Main Entry: | respectfully |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | deferentially |
Synonyms: |
attentively, ceremoniously, considerately, courteously, decorously, politely, regardfully, reverentially, with due respect |
| Notes: | respectably means 'in a decent way,' respectfully means 'in a courteous way,' and respectively means 'in the order given or indicated' |
Antonyms: |
disrespectfully, impudently, rudely |