strongly

adverb

strong·​ly ˈstrȯŋ-lē 

: in a strong manner

moving strongly and quickly forward

: to a strong or emphatic extent

She feels strongly about this issue.

They were strongly inclined to doubt him.

a dish that tastes strongly of cumin

a memory that is strongly associated with a particular song

Synonyms

• vigorously
• forcibly
• firmly
• vehemently
• fiercely
• powerfully
• hard
• forcefully

Examples of strongly in a Sentence

in the past, the senator has always strongly opposed any suggested increase in taxes

Recent Examples on the Web

This also presents an opportunity for Europe to turn strongly towards renewables and develop more nuclear, wind, and water infrastructure in order to fully account for the gap which would further erode Russia’s relevance in that market. —Earl Carr, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2025

Until now, parents who strongly opposed vaccination could seek exemptions for medical or religious reasons. —Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025

Republicans and Democrats have strongly urged the release of material showing who else was involved in Epstein’s activities. —David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025

Humphrey encouraged Eisenhower to strongly oppose the Fed’s decision, as did many in his party. —Robert Hormats, Time, 3 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing strongly

• feel strongly

Rhymes for strongly

• wrongly