firmly

firm-ly · adverb

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Definitions

adverb

  1. 1.

    In a way that is not loose or easily moved; securely.

  2. 2.

    In a strong and steady manner; with resolution.

  3. 3.

    In a definite or conclusive way.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    firmly believe — to believe without doubt
  • •
    firmly established — well-established and unlikely to change
  • •
    stand firmly — to maintain one's position without wavering

Related words

Antonyms: loosely, tentatively, weakly
See also: firm, securely, strongly
Synonyms: resolutely, securely, strongly

Etymology

From firm + -ly (adverb-forming suffix). Firm comes from Latin firmus ("strong, steadfast, stable").