strongly UK /ˈstɹɒŋli/US /ˈstɹɔŋli/ adverb3 •in a way that shows great force or firm feelingThe Pope feels strongly about the need for both sides of the armed conflict to return to the negotiating table.In the third race, Renowned Blaze finished strongly to win, paying sixteen dollars. •Very much.His reply was strongly suggestive of a forthcoming challenge to the governor. •Fulfilling a stricter set of criteria. formsmore strongly · stronglier · most strongly · strongliest