firmly

UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈfɜːrmli/


firmly
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Sense: Adverb: securely
Synonyms:
solidly, securely, tight Collocations, tightly Collocations, fast Collocations, sturdily, stably, stiffly, inflexibly, steadily Collocations
Antonyms:
loosely Collocations, insecurely, temporarily
Sense: Adverb: with determination
Synonyms:
resolutely, steadfastly, doggedly, determinedly, persistently, staunchly, perseveringly, decisively, constantly Collocations, unwaveringly, unswervingly, unshakably, unshakeably (UK), in earnest, tenaciously, adamantly, intently, purposefully, single-mindedly, through thick and thin, strongly Collocations, without yielding, without wavering
Antonyms:
weakly, uncertainly, indecisively, hesitantly, irresolutely


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