firmly (adv.)

  1. with resolute determination; we firmly believed it; you must stand firm

    [ Syn: firm , firm , steadfastly , steadfastly , unwaveringly , unwaveringly , firm , firm , steadfastly , steadfastly , unwaveringly , unwaveringly , firm , firm , steadfastly , steadfastly , unwaveringly , unwaveringly , firm , firm , steadfastly , steadfastly , unwaveringly , unwaveringly ]

  2. in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger; she held the child securely

    [ Syn: securely , securely , securely , securely , securely , securely , securely , securely ]

  3. with firmness; held hard to the railing

    [ Syn: hard , hard , hard , hard , hard , hard , hard , hard ]

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