sternly

Meaning 1: when discussing stern

In a stern manner. It can have more than one sense, so use the alternate meanings and examples to choose the meaning that matches your sentence.

Examples

• In this reading, "sternly" means In a stern manner.
• Check the words around "sternly" to choose the right meaning.

Meaning 2: sense 2

adv In a stern manner

Examples

• In this reading, "sternly" means adv In a stern manner.
• Check the words around "sternly" to choose the right meaning.

Pronunciation: /ˈstɜːnli/