Word
solidly
Phoneticssolid·ly
US/ˈsɑɫədɫi/
UK/sˈɒlɪdli/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. to do something in a strong, steady, or reliable way. It can also mean that something is made of a firm material without any holes or gaps.
adv. in a firm, stable, or substantial manner; consistently and reliably over a period of time. Often describes physical construction or the quality of performance.
Examples
“The house is built solidly on a stone foundation.”
“She worked solidly for six hours without taking a single break to finish the report.”
“The candidate performed solidly throughout the debate, successfully defending her policy positions without making any significant rhetorical errors that her opponents could exploit.”
Examples
simple
“The house is built solidly on a stone foundation.”
contextual
“She worked solidly for six hours without taking a single break to finish the report.”
complex
“The candidate performed solidly throughout the debate, successfully defending her policy positions without making any significant rhetorical errors that her opponents could exploit.”
Usage
Typically follows the verb it modifies or the direct object.
Pitfall
He worked solid for eight hours.
He worked solidly for eight hours.
Learners often use the adjective 'solid' as an adverb; 'solidly' is required to modify the verb 'work'.
Word family
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ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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