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stronger Word Meanings
- in a powerful or forceful manner
- with firmness or conviction
- to a great degree or extent
stronger Example Sentences
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stronger Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/strɒŋ/
US
/strɔŋ/
stronger Word Etymology
strongly = strong + -ly; Historical origin: Old English 'strang' → Middle English → Modern English. Memory image: Imagine a strong person lifting a heavy weight with determination, embodying strength in every movement.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
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I plant my feet, take a steady breath, and push strong against the door until it yields. I shift my weight, grip the knob, and hold steady as I pull, feeling the pressure change. I keep my voice calm and speak strong, as if to persuade not just the door but my own nerves. When the space opens, I move forward, letting that effort carry me into the next moment.
Real Context
Strong is not only a description of physical power; when used as an adverb, strongly means doing something with a powerful, convincing force or with clear firmness. You can say 'She argued strongly for the proposal' or 'The team spoke strongly against the plan' to indicate intensity of belief or emphasis. It also signals a high degree, as in 'Prices have risen strongly this year' or 'He supported the idea strongly.' In everyday English, strongly often collocates with verbs of opinion, stance, or action such as believe, oppose, advocate, or pursue. Remember that strongly modifies the verb or verb phrase, not a noun. Related forms: strong (adjective), strength (noun) and strongly (adverb).
Usage Reminders
- 1. Use strongly to express conviction with actions or statements.
- 2. Place it near the verb: speak strongly, believe strongly.
- 3. Do not use strongly with physical strength; use strong for that sense.
- 4. Pair with verbs like believe, oppose, support, argue, or recommend.
- 5. After modals, you can follow with another verb: could strongly suggest.
- 6. Remember related forms: strong (adj), strength (n), strongly (adv).
Common Misconceptions
- Strongly is only about physical strength, which is false.
- Strongly can modify nouns directly, which it cannot.
- You should say 'strongly good' to express strong quality, which is incorrect.
- Believing something strongly always sounds formal or odd; often 'strongly' is common in spoken language too.
- Confusion with 'very'—use strongly for attitude/actions, not for purely descriptive adjectives.
Thinking Differences
In English, strongly directly middle-manages intensity with verbs; learners should note it often collocates with opinion verbs and is less flexible with adjectives. The idea of intensity is linked to conviction in action, not just description.
Learning Tips
- 1. Use strongly to express conviction with actions or statements.
- 2. Place it near the verb: speak strongly, believe strongly.
- 3. Do not use strongly with physical strength; use strong for that sense.
- 4. Pair with verbs like believe, oppose, support, argue, or recommend.
- 5. After modals, you can follow with another verb: could strongly suggest.
- 6. Remember related forms: strong (adj), strength (n), strongly (adv).
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