Definition for ROUND'LY

ROUND'LY, adv.

  1. In a round form or manner.
  2. Openly; boldly; without reserve; peremptorily. He affirms every thing roundly. Addison.
  3. Plainly; fully. He gives them roundly to understand that their duty is submission.
  4. Briskly; with speed. When the mind has brought itself to attention, it will be able to cope with difficulties and master them, and then it may go on you roundly. Locke.
  5. Completely; to the purpose; vigorously; in earnest. Shak. Davies.

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