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; round 1, -ly
Example Sentences
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By now Lord Fredrick had grudgingly agreed to meet the soothsayer, for he had been roundly scolded by his wife.
From Literature
Despite opinion polls projecting a comfortable referendum victory for the millennial president, Ecuadorans roundly rejected all four of his proposals.
From Barron's
Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa on Sunday vowed to respect voters who roundly rejected his plans to reestablish a US military base in the country and reform the constitution.
From Barron's
Tottenham's burst of attacking threat quickly fizzled out, though, and discontent among the home fans with manager Thomas Frank showed when his decision to replace Xavi Simons was roundly booed.
From Barron's
Smith also joined the entire federal delegation from Nebraska in roundly condemning the deal.
From Salon
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