Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In a resolute, determined, or unwavering manner: Describes an action done with firmness, courage, or steadfastness, often in the face of opposition or difficulty.
   • In a strong, sturdy, or robust way: Can describe something done with physical or structural strength, though this sense is less common for actions.

Usage Examples

• Adverb:
  • The leader defended her policies stoutly during the debate.
  • Despite the evidence, he stoutly maintained his innocence.
  • The old bridge, though aged, stoutly withstood the storm.

Advanced Usage

• "to argue stoutly": to defend a position with great determination and force.
  • The lawyer argued stoutly for her client's rights.
• "to deny stoutly": to refuse to admit the truth of something in a very firm way.
  • The accused stoutly denied all charges.

Variants and Related Words

• Stout (adjective):
  • (of a person) Brave and determined.

    • He was stout of heart.
  • (of an object) Strong and thick.

    • A stout walking stick.
• Stouthearted (adjective): Brave and resolute.
• Stoutness (noun): The quality of being brave, determined, or physically strong.

Synonyms

• Resolutely: In an admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering manner.
• Firmly: In a strong and unwavering way.
• Determinedly: In a manner displaying firmness of purpose.
• Courageously: In a way that shows bravery.

Antonyms

• Weakly: In a manner lacking strength or determination.
• Hesitantly: In a tentative or unsure manner.
• Feebly: In a way that lacks strength or force.

Related Phrases

• To stand stoutly: To resist or defend a position with great firmness.
  • The small garrison stood stoutly against the invading force.

Adverb

1. in a resolute manner
   • he was stoutly replying to his critics