Strongly: meaning, definitions and examples

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strongly

 

[ หˆstrษ’ล‹ษกli ]

Adverb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adverb

adverb

In a strong or powerful manner; to a great degree; with strength or force.

Synonyms

firmly, forcefully, intensely, powerfully, vigorously.

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Word Description / Examples
strongly

Used to express a high degree of confidence or intensity. Itโ€™s often used in opinions, recommendations, or emotions.

  • She strongly believes in the importance of education.
  • I would strongly recommend this book to anyone interested in history.
forcefully

Conveys a sense of using extreme strength or power, often with an aggressive tone or action.

  • He argued forcefully against the proposal.
  • She closed the door forcefully.
powerfully

Often used to describe something with great physical strength or emotional impact.

  • The speech was delivered powerfully.
  • He hit the ball powerfully into the net.
vigorously

Implies energetic activity, effort, or enthusiasm, often physical or actions taken with determination.

  • She scrubbed the floor vigorously.
  • He exercises vigorously every morning.
firmly

Used when emphasizing resoluteness or stability, often in decisions or physical actions.

  • He firmly denied the accusations.
  • She held the steering wheel firmly during the storm.
intensely

Describes a high level of concentration, effort, or emotion, which is deeply felt or observed.

  • He studied intensely for the final exam.
  • They felt intensely passionate about their cause.

Examples of usage

  • She strongly disagreed with the decision.
  • He strongly recommended the book to me.
  • The storm hit the coast strongly and caused significant damage.

Translations

Translations of the word "strongly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fortemente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅƒเคขเคผเคคเคพ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช stark

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kuat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะธะปัŒะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mocno

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅผทใ (ใคใ‚ˆใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fortement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fuertemente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรผรงlรผ bir ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ•ํ•˜๊ฒŒ (๊ฐ•ํ•˜๊ฒŒ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจู‚ูˆุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ silnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ silno

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅผบ็ƒˆๅœฐ (qiรกngliรจ de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ moฤno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sterkt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบาฏัˆั‚ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒซแƒšแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรผclรผ ลŸษ™kildษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fuertemente

Etymology

The word 'strongly' originates from the Middle English word 'strongliche', which is derived from the Old English 'stranglฤซce'. It has been used in the English language since the 12th century. The adverb 'strongly' is formed from the adjective 'strong', indicating a high degree of strength or power in an action or manner.

See also: strength, strong, strongbox, stronger, stronghold, strongroom.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,713, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.