adverb
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frankly, bluntly, or thoroughly
to be roundly criticized
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in a round manner or so as to be round
Etymology
Origin of roundly
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at round 1, -ly
Example Sentences
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Roundly booed throughout his three series, Watson competed just 1 of 5 passes for 7 yards and didn’t pick up a first down.
From Washington Times • Aug. 10, 2023
Roundly shaded by Streep after accusing her of being paid for what she wears on the red carpet, he did not score any major names in Chanel.
From The Guardian • Feb. 27, 2017
Roundly rejected by his constituents, Vitter, who expected to be governor, will instead have no office whatsoever in January 2017.
From MSNBC • Nov. 23, 2015
Roundly panned, it was also a box-office failure.
From New York Times • Apr. 9, 2011
Roundly one's gaze embraces all the panorama, which is delightful as the rainbow.
From Light by Wray, Fitzwater
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