Sternly and Understandingly

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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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Understandingly is an antonym for sternly.

Nearby Words: stern, sternness

Understandingly adverb - With understanding.

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Sternly is an antonym for understandingly.

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