staunchly

Sometimes stanch·ly

[stawnch-lee]

adverb

1. in a way that shows firmness or steadfast adherence to principle, loyalty, etc..

   The party remains staunchly left of center, and continues to be rigorous in its defense of its founding principles.

   The mayor is staunchly opposed to a casino coming to her city.

2. in a substantial or strong way.

   The furniture is staunchly built of wood and steel, beautifully finished and richly upholstered.

Word History and Origins

Origin of staunchly¹

staunch ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Republicans in California, who hold only nine of the state's 52 US House seats, staunchly oppose the plan.

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South Carolina, a staunchly conservative state, did not have a single competitive race.

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However, Lula and his government staunchly defend it as necessary to secure the energy supply and a means to fund the climate transition.

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ANL's lawyers have staunchly denied the allegations, previously calling the case "without foundation" and an "affront" to hard-working journalists whose reputations had been disparaged.

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The suspected shooter is a 22-year-old white man raised in a staunchly conservative household with guns.

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