strictly

[ strikt-lee ]

adverb

1. in a strict manner; rigorously; stringently:

   strictly enforced.

2. precisely or candidly; factually:

   strictly speaking.

Word History and Origins

Origin of strictly¹

First recorded in 1480–90; strict + -ly

Example Sentences

Despite their history, Fulton keeps it strictly business during the season.

From Los Angeles Times

These tops were sold strictly by mail order within punk magazines.

From Los Angeles Times

The race is strictly a popularity contest.

From Slate

In September, the BBC apologised to Amanda Abbington and upheld some of her complaints against her 2023 Strictly dance partner Giovanni Pernice, while clearing him of the most serious allegations.

From BBC

Strictly Come Dancing contestant Chris McCausland has told the BBC that people's views of disabilities are "antiquated".

From BBC

Related Words

• closely
• rigorously