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roundly
This adverb is most frequently encountered in formal or journalistic contexts to intensify verbs of disapproval. When paired with words like "criticized," "condemned," or "defeated," it suggests a lack of mercy or a comprehensive, overwhelming scale of the action. It conveys a sense of totality, implying that the criticism was not merely slight, but exhaustive and severe.
In its literal sense, describing a circular shape or manner, the word is far less common in modern speech and is typically reserved for technical descriptions of craftsmanship or geometry. Users should be careful not to confuse this with "around," which denotes location or movement, as "roundly" specifically describes the quality or manner of an action.
Meanings
Examples
The CEO was roundly criticized for the company's failure to adapt to the new market.
The opposing army was roundly defeated in the final battle of the campaign.
I can't believe he got roundly condemned by the board for such a small mistake.
The proposal was roundly rejected by the committee during the first meeting.
She felt she had been roundly rebuked for a mistake she did not commit.
The critics roundly panned the movie for its predictable plot and poor acting.
Cut the dough roundly to ensure each piece is an even circle.
The artist painted the border roundly to frame the central portrait.