Flatly vs Strictly - What's the difference?
flatly | strictly |
In a definite manner; in a manner showing complete certainty.
In a manner that shows no emotion
In a strict manner.
In a limited manner; only
*
In a narrow or limited sense.
As adverbs the difference between flatly and strictly
is that flatly is in a definite manner; in a manner showing complete certainty while strictly is in a strict manner.flatly
English
Adverb
(en adverb)- It was an accusation that he flatly denied.
- He replied flatly to the policeman's questions.
Usage notes
* In sense 1. the collocation is nearly always with a negative idea. To flatly deny''. To ''flatly refuse''. To ''flatly contradict . And so on, similarly.strictly
English
Adverb
(en-adv)- He adhered strictly to the diet his doctor prescribed.
- This work was strictly voluntary, but any animal who absented himself from it would have his rations reduced by half.
- That term refers strictly to smaller birds.