The difference between Soundly and Thoroughly

When used as adverbs, soundly means in a thorough manner, whereas thoroughly means in a thorough or complete manner.


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  1. Soundly as an adverb:

    In a thorough manner; in manner free of defect or deficiency.

    Examples:

    "He was soundly thrashed by the semi-professional boxer."

  1. Thoroughly as an adverb:

    In a thorough or complete manner.

    Examples:

    "He went out in the rain and came back thoroughly drenched."