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 of strongly

• 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

Elk River is strongly considering imposing one after the city's Planning Commission recommended taking that kind of action. — Conor Wight, CBS News, 27 June 2026

Several Gulf countries have strongly denounced Iran's drone strikes Saturday on the island nation of Bahrain, while vowing to stand united against any possible aggression from Tehran in the future. — James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026

In times like these, when our rights are being assaulted every day, how can the winds of freedom blow so strongly and not extinguish the flame? — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2026

The same poll found the sport draws far more strongly from younger Americans than older ones. — Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing strongly

• feel strongly

Rhymes for strongly

• wrongly