strongly like

USAGE SUMMARY

"strongly like" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is usually used to emphasize that someone likes something very much. For example, "I strongly like the new restaurant in town."

✓ Grammatically correct

Science

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

26 human-written examples

Only about half of the women (54.7%) reported that her partner was "very interested" in her study participation, and those that did were more likely to strongly like the gel and be consistent users (P < 0.01 for both).

AIDS and Behavior

Our third key finding is that when women perceived that their male partners strongly liked the study products they were also more likely to strongly like and use them.

AIDS and Behavior

Secondly, women who openly reminded their partner, or whose partners knew she was using the diaphragm and gel every time were significantly more likely to strongly like, and consistently use both products.

AIDS and Behavior

"He said, 'I am here at the direction of the president, and we have lost confidence in your ability to run for re-election and win, and we would strongly like you to reconsider.

The New York Times

"From the outset, I would strongly like to state that I have not knowingly taken any banned substance.

BBC

The flesh is pale brownish ochraceous to nearly white, thin and pliant, with an odor and taste varying from very slightly to strongly like flour (farinaceous).

Wikipedia

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

34 human-written examples

Similarly, those who never used them secretly were more likely to report strongly liking the diaphragm and gel.

AIDS and Behavior

Within the domain of communication about study product use, women who reported never using the diaphragm and gel secretly were more than twice as likely to report strongly liking the diaphragm (AOR 2.69, 95% CI: 1.64 4.41) as well as strongly liking gel (AOR 2.03, 95% CI: 1.28 3.24).

AIDS and Behavior

Women who reported that their partners "strongly liked" the diaphragm were over three times as likely (AOR 3.45, 95% CI: 1.80 6.63) to report strongly liking the diaphragm themselves and almost twice as likely to report the same for gel (AOR 1.79, 95% CI: 1.18 2.73).

AIDS and Behavior

This sparkling white wine, rich in freshness, flavors, and with a low alcohol content, is strongly liked by consumers and sales are continuously increasing both in Italy and worldwide.

Agricultural and Food Economics

(intensity: "1" = not at all arousing, "9" = very strongly arousing; valence: "1" = not at all liking, "9" = very strongly liking).

Behavioral and Brain Functions

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "strongly like" to emphasize a high degree of preference or enjoyment. It adds intensity to your expression of liking something.

Common error

While "strongly like" is acceptable, avoid overusing it in very formal or academic writing. Consider more nuanced synonyms such as "deeply admire" or "greatly appreciate" for a more sophisticated tone.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "strongly like" functions as a qualifier to express the intensity of the verb "like". As Ludwig AI confirms, this construction is grammatically sound. Examples show it modifying the verb to indicate a significant degree of preference.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

Science

40%

News & Media

35%

Wiki

10%

Less common in

Formal & Business

5%

Encyclopedias

5%

Reference

5%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "strongly like" is a grammatically correct phrase used to express a significant degree of preference. Ludwig AI confirms its validity. While acceptable in various contexts, including news and scientific writing, it may benefit from more formal alternatives in professional or academic settings. The phrase is moderately frequent, and its primary function is to emphasize the intensity of liking. Consider using synonyms like "greatly admire" or "highly appreciate" for a more sophisticated tone when needed.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

vehemently like

Replaces "strongly" with "vehemently", indicating a forceful or passionate liking.

fervently like

Replaces "strongly" with "fervently", suggesting an intense and passionate liking.

energetically like

Substitutes "strongly" with "energetically", suggesting an enthusiastic liking.

forcefully like

Substitutes "strongly" with "forcefully", implying a powerful or assertive liking.

firmly like

Uses "firmly" instead of "strongly", implying a resolute and unwavering liking.

resolutely like

Uses "resolutely" instead of "strongly", implying a determined and unwavering liking.

stoutly like

Replaces "strongly" with "stoutly", suggesting a hearty and robust liking.

deeply admire

Changes "like" to "admire", shifting the focus to respect and appreciation rather than simple enjoyment.

hold in high regard

Replaces the entire phrase with a more formal expression of appreciation and respect.

sternly like

Replaces "strongly" with "sternly", changing the meaning to a more serious or severe type of liking (less common).

FAQs

How can I use "strongly like" in a sentence?

You can use "strongly like" to express a high degree of preference, such as: "I "strongly like" the new design of the website".

What's a more formal alternative to "strongly like"?

For formal situations, consider using alternatives like "greatly admire" or "highly appreciate" instead of "strongly like".

Is it correct to say "strongly like" in academic writing?

While grammatically correct, "strongly like" may sound less sophisticated in academic writing. Consider using more formal alternatives like "appreciate greatly" or "favor highly".

What is the difference between "strongly like" and "like very much"?

"Strongly like" is a more concise and direct way of expressing a high degree of liking. "Like very much" is slightly more informal and less emphatic.