Top synonyms for “squarely”: forthright, forthrightly, foursquare, square, straightforwardly.
Definitions
- (adverb)with firmness and conviction; without compromise“he stood foursquare for religious liberty and toleration”
- (adverb)firmly and solidly“hit the ball squarely”
- (adverb)in a square shape“a squarely cut piece of paper”
- (adverb)directly and without evasion; not roundabout“to face a problem squarely”
- (adverb)in a straight direct way“looked him squarely in the eye”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
All synonyms for Squarely
Keep writing with Squarely
Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "squarely"?
Common synonyms for "squarely" include forthright, forthrightly, foursquare, square, straightforwardly. Our thesaurus lists 5 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What does "squarely" mean?
with firmness and conviction; without compromise Example: "he stood foursquare for religious liberty and toleration"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
Write Better Lyrics with RHYMEBOOK
Instant rhyme suggestions, syllable counts, synonyms, and AI songwriting tools — all in one app.