strongly
- 01 B1 Intermediate
in a way that uses a lot of physical power or force.
with great physical force or muscular power.
Simple“The wind blew strongly against the windows all night.”
In context“The athlete pushed off strongly from the starting blocks, gaining an immediate advantage over the rest of the field.”
UsageTypically follows the verb it modifies.
Synonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
very much, especially when talking about an opinion, a feeling, or a smell.
to a great degree; used to intensify verbs of feeling, belief, or sensory perception.
Simple“I strongly suggest that you check the map before we leave.”
In context“The board members strongly disagreed with the proposed budget cuts, arguing that they would compromise the safety of the facility.”
UsageOften placed before the verb it intensifies, such as 'strongly believe' or 'strongly recommend'.
Usage strongly associated · strongly suggests · strongly linked
From Middle English strongliche, strangliche, from Old English stranglīċe (“strongly”), equivalent to strong + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.