B1
strongly vs violently
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| stronglyadverb/ˈstrɔːŋ.li/ | Meaning in a way that shows great force or very deep feeling | Goes with — | Example I strongly believe that you should see a doctor today. |
| violentlyadverb/ˈvaɪ.ə.lənt.li/ | Meaning in a way that uses strong physical force and may hurt people or things; very strongly | Goes with shake violently | Example The crowd reacted violently when the match was suddenly stopped. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The old ship shook in the middle of the storm.