English Explanatory Dictionary

firmly

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. In a firm or definite or strong manner.
  2. Securely.
  3. Definitively.

Pronunciation

/ˈfɝmli/ /ˈfɜːmli/ en-us-firmly.ogg

Word forms

firmly firmlier more firmly firmliest most firmly

Etymology

From Middle English fermely; equivalent to firm + -ly.

Derived words

tongue firmly in cheek
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