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strongly Antonyms
Opposite of strongly
Because the opposite of strongly shifts with each meaning, the 14 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
With great physical power, force, solidity, or intensity.
Usage Example
"The bridge was weakly built to withstand seasonal flooding and heavy traffic."
Strongest
weakly
feebly
flimsily
Strong
shoddily
precariously
frail
• adverb (Context 2)
With deep conviction, firm determination, or emphatic insistence; to a high degree.
Usage Example
"The committee weakly recommended that the university expand its scholarship program."
Strongest
weakly
mildly
Strong
half-heartedly
faintly
slightly
feebly
hesitantly
tentatively
• adverb (Context 3)
In a manner that produces a powerful or unmistakable sensory impression, such as a pungent odor or distinct flavor.
Usage Example
"The kitchen smelled faintly of roasted garlic and fresh rosemary."
Strongest
faintly
weakly
mildly
Strong
subtly
slightly
delicately
Similar words to strongly
Words similar to strongly shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
firmly
emphatically
solidly
sturdily
heavily
powerfully
pungently
strenuously
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Strongly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/strongly