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firmly - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'firmly' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Firmly [ adv.]
- In a firm manner.

Meaning of 'firmly' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . firmly [ r]
Meaning (1):
- with firmness
Example in sentence:
  • held hard to the railing;
  • `I will come along,' she said decisively
Meaning (2):
- in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger
Example in sentence:
  • she held the child securely
Meaning (3):
- with resolute determination
Example in sentence:
  • we firmly believed it;
  • you must stand firm