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firmly

[furm-lee] / ˈfɜrm li /
ADVERB
immovably
Synonyms
STRONGEST
rigidly securely solidly soundly strongly thoroughly tightly
STRONG
hard
WEAK
durably enduringly fast fixedly inflexibly like a rock motionlessly solid stably steadily stiffly substantially tight unflinchingly unshakeably
Antonyms
WEAK
changeably flexibly indefinitely movably waveringly weakly
ADVERB
with determination
Synonyms
STRONGEST
adamantly decisively doggedly persistently resolutely staunchly steadfastly strictly stubbornly tenaciously
STRONG
unwaveringly
WEAK
constantly indefatigably intently obdurately obstinately perseveringly pertinaciously purposefully stolidly through thick and thin unchangeably with heavy hand
Antonyms
WEAK
changeably flexibly indefinitely movably waveringly weakly

Example Sentences

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Salted enough to tip it firmly into savory, so it reads as part of the dish, not an afterthought.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

But former England midfielder Owen Hargreaves believes Watkins' latest display has put him firmly back into contention.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

"China will continue to take what is necessary to firmly defend Chinese citizens' legitimate and lawful rights and interests," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

A structurally tight supply outlook and recovering demand are keeping oil prices firmly above $100 a barrel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

“Come sit at the table,” Mom said firmly.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith