Toughly: meaning, definitions and examples

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toughly

 

[ หˆtสŒfli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of behavior

The term 'toughly' describes a manner of acting or responding that is firm, resilient, or strict. It suggests a sense of dealing with challenges or situations in a strong and determined way. This wording can often imply an unyielding attitude, especially in the face of difficulties or adversity. It is typically used to emphasize the strength or severity of an action or response.

Synonyms

firmly, harshly, sternly

Examples of usage

  • She handled the criticism toughly.
  • He faced the challenges toughly, refusing to back down.
  • The coach spoke toughly to the players after the defeat.

Translations

Translations of the word "toughly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น de forma rigorosa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เค เฅ‹เคฐเคคเคพ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช hart

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan keras

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะถะพั€ัั‚ะบะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ twardo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅŽณใ—ใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท avec duretรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ duramente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sert bir ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—„๊ฒฉํ•˜๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุดูƒู„ ุตุงุฑู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tvrdฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tvrdะพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธฅๆ ผๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trdo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ harรฐlega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั‚ะฐาฃ ั‚าฏั€ะดะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒชแƒฃแƒ แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sฤฑx ลŸษ™kildษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dificilmente

Etymology

The word 'toughly' derives from the adjective 'tough', which has its roots in Middle English, originating from the Old English word 'tลซh', meaning strong or sturdy. 'Tough' has evolved in usage over the centuries, extending its meaning to include resilience and the capacity to endure difficult situations. The adverbial form 'toughly' emerged to describe actions or behaviors that are characteristic of being tough. Thus, 'toughly' reflects an attitude or approach that emphasizes strength and determination, often in an uncompromising manner.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,670, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.