adverb as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The teacher toughly criticized the student for not meeting the required standards.

Definition:To criticize in a harsh or severe manner.

From toughly criticize

Example:The school administration is toughly disposed towards instances of cheating.

Definition:In a harsh or strict manner.

From toughly disposed

Example:The rules of the game are toughly applied without any leniency.

Definition:Applied or treated with great firmness or severity.

From toughly applied

Example:The situation was toughly handled by the authorities, leading to public backlash.

Definition:Treated with great firmness or severity.

From toughly handled

Example:The letter was toughly worded and contained no hints of forgiveness or compromise.

Definition:Expressed in harsh or severe terms.

From toughly worded