# strongly

Pronunciation: US say "STRAWNG-lee" /ˈstɹɔŋli/; UK say "STRONG-lee" /ˈstɹɒŋli/

## Adverb

1. In a manner marked by great strength, power, or force.
   - Simple: In a way that uses great power or force.
   - _He gripped the railing strongly as the boat rocked in the waves._
   - _The river flowed strongly enough to sweep loose branches downstream._
2. To a great degree or extent; very much.
   - Simple: To a great degree, or very much.
   - _The committee strongly recommends approving the proposed budget._
   - _Many researchers strongly suspect the early measurements were flawed._

## Origin

From Middle English strongliche, from Old English stranglīċe ("strongly"), equivalent to strong plus the suffix -ly.

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