squarely

adverb ! Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about squarely at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

1. Directly and without evasion; not roundabout.

   to face a problem squarely

2. In a straight direct way.

   looked him squarely in the eye

3. Firmly and solidly.

   hit the ball squarely