Strongly
'strɒŋli
Definitions
2 meaningsIn a forceful or powerful way; with great intensity or effect.
'strɒŋli
In a forceful or powerful way
The wind blew strongly last night.
💡 Simply: Imagine you *really* want ice cream, like, *really* really want it! You'd strongly desire it. It means doing or feeling something with a lot of power or feeling. Like when you're cheering for your favorite team!
👶 For kids: When you do something with a lot of power or energy, like when you give a big hug!
More Examples
I feel strongly about climate change and want to do my part.
The evidence strongly suggests that he was involved.
How It's Used
"She strongly disagreed with his opinion."
"The Prime Minister strongly condemned the attack."
To a great degree or extent; very much.
'strɒŋli
To a great degree or extent
We strongly believe in providing exceptional customer service.
💡 Simply: Imagine someone saying, 'I REALLY want to go to the party!' That 'REALLY' is like strongly! It's used to say how much of something, or how much you feel or want something.
👶 For kids: It means a lot. Like when you love something a lot, you strongly like it!
More Examples
I strongly suggest you take a break.
The evidence strongly supports this theory.
How It's Used
"I strongly recommend this book."
"The company is strongly positioned in the market."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
strongly worded
Expressing opinions and feelings in a direct and forceful way, leaving no doubt about the intent.
"The letter contained strongly worded criticism of the company's policies."
From the adjective "strong" + "-ly". "Strong" derives from Old English "strang" meaning "powerful, robust". The suffix "-ly" indicates an adverb.
The word "strongly" has been used in its current form since at least the 16th century, appearing in various forms of literature and correspondence. It has been consistently used to indicate the degree or intensity of an action or feeling.
Memory tip
Think of a strong gust of wind – it affects things strongly.
Word Origin
"powerful, robust"