Meaning of strongly in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Adverb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Adverb

    strongly

    Definitions

    1. with strength or in a strong manner

    Examples

    • « argues very strongly for his proposal »
    • « he was strongly opposed to the government »

    Antonyms

  2. 2. in a powerful manner

    Examples

    • « the federal government replaced the powerfully pro-settler Sir Godfrey Huggins with the even tougher and more determined ex-trade unionist »

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