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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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Life for Wilkinson today is firmly focused on elevating her professional career and protecting her personal life at home with her children.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

We would all be fortunate if the court were to ultimately approach the present case with that reality firmly in mind.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Tudor's departure after only 44 days concludes a bizarre and potentially hugely expensive episode that leaves fingers pointing firmly in the direction of chief executive Vinai Venkatesham and sporting director Johan Lange.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

As recently as a few weeks ago, the path looked firmly downward.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

“It is not a snack,” Penelope whispered back, as firmly as a person can whisper.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.