squarely

• Наречие, означающее «прямо» или «без уклонения». Используется для указания на то, что что-то делается прямым, откровенным или недвусмысленным образом, часто подразумевая полную силу или воздействие.

An adverb meaning "directly" or "without evasion." It is used to indicate that something is done in a direct, straightforward, or unambiguous manner, often implying full force or impact.

1. Directly and without evasionB2formal

   In a direct, straightforward manner, without avoiding the issue.

   Прямо и без уклонений

   • She looked him squarely in the eye and told the truth.
   • The politician answered the question squarely, without any hesitation.
   • He faced the problem squarely and dealt with it immediately.

   Синонимыbluntlycandidlyexplicitlyforthrightlyfranklyopenlyplainlypoint-blankstraightstraightforwardlyunequivocally

   Антонимыevasivelyindirectlyobliquely

2. In a straight direct wayB2formal

   In a straight line or direction; without deviation.

   Прямо

   • The ball hit him squarely on the nose.
   • The arrow landed squarely in the center of the target.
   • He placed the box squarely on the table.

   Синонимыdeadexactlypreciselyrightstraightstraightforwardly

   Антонимыindirectlyobliquely

3. Firmly and solidlyB2formal

   In a firm, solid, or secure manner.

   Твёрдо и прочно

   • The house was built squarely on a foundation of rock.
   • He stood squarely on his feet, ready for the challenge.
   • The company is squarely positioned in the market.

   Синонимыfirmlyresolutelysecurelysolidlysteadilysturdily

4. In a square shapeB2formal

   In a manner that forms a square or right angle.

   Квадратно

   • The tiles were laid squarely, forming a perfect grid.
   • He cut the paper squarely to make a neat square.
   • The building was designed squarely, with sharp corners.

   Синонимыperpendicularly

5. With firmness and convictionC1formal

   In a determined, uncompromising manner.

   Решительно

   • He stated his opinion squarely, without any compromise.
   • The judge ruled squarely in favor of the plaintiff.
   • She stood squarely for her principles, despite the opposition.

   Синонимыdeterminedlyemphaticallyfirmlyresolutelystaunchlysteadfastlyunwaveringly

   Антонимыevasivelyshakilyweakly