Hardily: meaning, definitions and examples

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hardily

 

[ ˈhɑrdɪli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of doing

Hardily means in a vigorous or robust manner. It is often used to describe actions performed with a great deal of energy or enthusiasm. For example, one might say someone completed a task hardily if they did so with gusto and determination. The term can also imply resilience or the ability to endure difficult conditions. It highlights not only the forcefulness of the action but also the spirited approach taken.

Synonyms

energetically, enthusiastically, robustly, vigorously.

Examples of usage

  • She worked hardily on her project all night.
  • The team trained hardily in preparation for the tournament.
  • He laughed hardily at the joke, unable to contain his joy.

Translations

Translations of the word "hardily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 com dificuldade

🇮🇳 कठोरता से

🇩🇪 hartnäckig

🇮🇩 dengan susah payah

🇺🇦 важко

🇵🇱 trudno

🇯🇵 厳しく

🇫🇷 avec difficulté

🇪🇸 dificilmente

🇹🇷 zorla

🇰🇷 어렵게

🇸🇦 بصعوبة

🇨🇿 těžce

🇸🇰 ťažko

🇨🇳 艰难地

🇸🇮 težko

🇮🇸 erfitt

🇰🇿 қатты

🇬🇪 მძიმე

🇦🇿 çətinliklə

🇲🇽 difícilmente

Etymology

The term 'hardily' combines the word 'hardy,' which originates from the Old French 'hardi' meaning bold or brave, and the adverbial suffix '-ly.' In Middle English, 'hardy' referred to someone who was strong in mind and bold in action. Over time, the adverb form 'hardily' developed to emphasize the manner of undertaking activities with vigor and resilience. Its usage evolved as English absorbed influences from various languages, signifying not just physical strength but also mental determination. Today, 'hardily' is often used in contexts that require descriptions of tenacity and energetic involvement in tasks, frameworks that were cultivated through centuries of linguistic development.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,281, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.