Synonyms for

Strongly

Verb / ˈstrɔ:ŋli: / Another word for strongly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a powerful or forceful way

Synonyms & similar words

powerfully weakly powerfully forcefully firmly decisively stoutly vigorous hard staunchly assertively confidently emphatically intensely mightily robustly securely solidly soundly sturdily tightly toughly

Synonyms by register

Formal

powerfully forcefully vigorously emphatically

Informal

a lot really very super

Literary

mightily sturdily

Antonyms

weakly faintly gently mildly feebly softly

Common collocations

  • strongly advise
  • strongly believe
  • strongly support
  • strongly disagree
  • strongly recommend
  • strongly suggest
  • strongly influenced

Word family

noun strength
verb strengthen
adjective strong

Usage note

Often used to intensify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. Be mindful of register; 'very' or 'really' are more informal than 'strongly'.

Example sentences

  1. She strongly believes in equality for all.
  2. He spoke strongly to the crowd and they listened.
  3. The team worked strongly together to win the game.
  4. She held onto the rope strongly and didn't let go.
  5. He strongly recommended the book to his friends.

Quotes

  • Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle. - Christian D. Larson
  • I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my ship. - Louisa May Alcott
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill

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