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.
check bellow for the other definitions of Soundly and Thoroughly
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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."
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Thoroughly as an adverb:
In a thorough or complete manner.
Examples:
"He went out in the rain and came back thoroughly drenched."