Roughly and Sternly

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Roughly adverb - In a manner so as to cause loss or suffering.

Usage example: if you treat the camcorder roughly, it will of course break

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Sternly is a synonym for roughly. In some cases you can use "Sternly" instead the word "Roughly" as an adverb or an adjective.

Nearby Words: rough, roughage

Sternly adverb - In a manner so as to cause loss or suffering.

Usage example: sternly reprimanded the prosecuting attorney for making comments that never should have been heard by the jury

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Roughly is a synonym for sternly in harshly topic. You can use "Roughly" instead the word "Sternly" as an adverb or an adjective.

Nearby Words: stern, sternness

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