soundly Meaning & Definition
What Does Soundly Mean?
Soundly is an adverb that means In a thorough manner; in manner free of defect or deficiency.
Quick Facts About Soundly
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsaʊnd.lɪ/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | good, sound and thoroughly |
| Comparative / superlative | more soundly, most soundly |
Soundly Definition (Adverb)
- In a thorough manner; in manner free of defect or deficiency.
He was soundly thrashed by the semi-professional boxer.
Synonyms of Soundly
Soundly synonyms and antonyms →Soundly in a Sentence
He was soundly thrashed by the semi-professional boxer.
Word Forms & Grammar
soundly (comparative more soundly, superlative most soundly)
Words That Rhyme With Soundly
Origin of Soundly
From Middle English soundly, soundely, from Old English ġesundlīċe (“safely, prosperously, gladly”), equivalent to sound + -ly. Originally meaning "safely", the present sense came in the 16th century.
Pronouncing Soundly
Soundly is pronounced /ˈsaʊnd.lɪ/ and has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (saʊnd).
Common Questions About Soundly
What part of speech is soundly?
Soundly is an adverb.
What is another word for soundly?
Close synonyms of soundly are good, sound and thoroughly. See the full list of soundly synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of soundly?
The comparative form is more soundly and the superlative form is most soundly.