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Strictly vs Formerly - What's the difference?

strictly | formerly |

As adverbs the difference between strictly and formerly

is that strictly is in a strict manner while formerly is at some time in the past.

strictly

English

Adverb

(en-adv)
  • In a strict manner.
    • He adhered strictly to the diet his doctor prescribed.
  • In a limited manner; only
  • *
    • This work was strictly voluntary, but any animal who absented himself from it would have his rations reduced by half.
  • In a narrow or limited sense.
    • That term refers strictly to smaller birds.

    Related terms

    * strictly proper

    formerly

    English

    Adverb

    (-)
  • at some time in the past
  • previously; once