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 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 acclaimed for its old-school craft, Miller’s “Mad Max” was assured of becoming the evening’s most awarded film.
From Washington Times • Feb. 29, 2016
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 speaking, agriculture and soldiering are their sole occupations.
From The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 by Project Gutenberg
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