squarely meaning

squarely as an adverb

1. directly and without evasion; not roundabout
   • to face a problem squarely
   • the responsibility lies squarely with them
   • spoke forthright (or forthrightly) and to the point

   Synonyms: forthrightly, forthright

   Related forms: square

2. in a straight direct way
   • looked him squarely in the eye
   • ran square into me

   Synonyms: square

3. firmly and solidly
   • hit the ball squarely
   • the bat met the ball squarely
   • planted his great bulk square before his enemy

   Synonyms: square

4. in a square shape
   • a squarely cut piece of paper
   • folded the sheet of paper square

   Synonyms: square

   Related forms: square

5. with firmness and conviction; without compromise
   • he stood foursquare for religious liberty and toleration
   • dealt straightforwardly with all issues

   Synonyms: foursquare, straightforwardly

How to pronounce squarely

squarely is pronounced /ˈskwɛrli/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with squarely

• fairly
• barely
• rarely
• unfairly