sound
ly
1
in a way that is secure and firm
- The door was closed soundly, with the latch securely fastened.
- The building was constructed soundly, with no structural weaknesses.
- The boat was anchored soundly to the dock, ensuring it wouldn't drift away.
2
with complete strength, effectiveness, or depth
- The children slept soundly through the night.
- He was soundly defeated in the election.
- She was soundly criticized for her mistakes.
- The fence was soundly built to withstand storms.
- They were soundly beaten in the final match.
3
(of sleep) in a deep, restful, and uninterrupted manner
- After a long day of hiking, she slept soundly through the night.
- The baby was soundly asleep despite the loud thunder outside.
- He fell soundly asleep as soon as his head hit the pillow.
- They slept soundly in the quiet cabin by the lake.
- The exhausted student finally slept soundly after finishing exams.
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