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firmly

/ˈfɝmli/adverb2 syllables

Firmly means: with resolute determination.

Synonyms for firmly5

adverb, as in with resolute determination

firm, steadfastly, unwaveringly

adverb, as in in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger

adverb, as in with firmness

What does firmly mean?3

adverb

1

with resolute determination“we firmly believed it”

2

in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger“she held the child securely”

3

with firmness“held hard to the railing”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

Firmly in a sentence

  • She winced, and he squeezed her hand more firmly.Nuel
  • First, you need to fix it firmly in place.tsp_2
  • Carlos tried to open the door but it was firmly locked.Amastan
  • The little boy held his mother's hand firmly when crossing the street.Dejo
  • The event has fixed firmly in my mind.unknown
  • It's important to shake hands firmly when greeting someone.Amastan
  • I firmly believe that your time will come.CK
  • I firmly believe it is characteristic of him to be late.unknown

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Forms of firmly

as a adverb

comparative
firmlier
superlative
firmliest