Staunchly: meaning, definitions and examples

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staunchly

 

[ stษ”หn(t)สƒli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

strongly committed

Staunchly means in a very loyal, steadfast, or committed manner. It is often used to describe people's strong support or belief in a particular cause, idea, or individual. When someone is described as staunchly supporting something, it emphasizes their unwavering dedication and firmness. This term is commonly utilized in discussions about political beliefs, social issues, or personal convictions.

Synonyms

firmly, resolutely, steadfastly, unwaveringly

Examples of usage

  • She staunchly defended her friend's actions.
  • The organization staunchly supports the environment.
  • He is staunchly opposed to the new policy.

Translations

Translations of the word "staunchly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น firme

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅƒเคขเคผเคคเคพ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช entschlossen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan tegas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ั–ัˆัƒั‡ะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ stanowczo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ–ญๅ›บใจใ—ใฆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ferme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ firme

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kararlฤฑca

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™•๊ณ ํžˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุญุฒู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pevnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pevnรฝm

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅšๅฎšๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ odloฤno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รถrugg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะตั€ั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒขแƒ™แƒ˜แƒชแƒ”แƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qษ™tiyyษ™tlษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ firmemente

Etymology

The word 'staunchly' originates from the Middle French 'estanch', meaning 'to stop or stanch a flow'. The term evolved in English, where it became associated with being firm or steadfast in beliefs and actions. The use of 'staunch' dates back to at least the 15th century, where it was used to describe someone who is loyal and unwavering. Over the years, the adverb 'staunchly' emerged to express the manner of being staunch, particularly in contexts that highlight commitment and loyalty. The term has been applied in various fields, including politics, advocacy, and personal relationships, denoting a strong and reliable support for a cause or belief.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,742, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.