squarely | Origin and meaning of squarely by Online Etymology Dictionary

squarely (adv.)

directly and without evasion; not roundabout;

the responsibility lies squarely with them

to face a problem squarely

Synonyms: forthrightly / forthright

squarely (adv.)

with firmness and conviction; without compromise; "he stood foursquare for religious liberty and toleration"- C.G.Bowers;

Synonyms: foursquare / straightforwardly

squarely (adv.)

in a straight direct way;

looked him squarely in the eye

Synonyms: square

squarely (adv.)

in a square shape;

a squarely cut piece of paper

Synonyms: square

squarely (adv.)

firmly and solidly;

the bat met the ball squarely

hit the ball squarely

Synonyms: square

squarely (adv.)