Meaning of the word soundly in English
What does soundly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
soundly
US /ˈsaʊnd.li/
UK /ˈsaʊnd.li/
Adverb
1.
in a deep and undisturbed way (especially of sleeping)
Example:
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The baby slept soundly through the night.
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I was so tired that I slept soundly for ten hours.
2.
in a thorough or effective way
Example:
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The team was soundly defeated in the final match.
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He was soundly criticized for his poor performance.