firmly

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   with resolute determination

   we firmly believed it

2. 2
   adv

   In a firm or definite or strong manner.

   She corrected him firmly but gently.

3. 3
   adv

   Securely.

   Tie the rope firmly to the post.

4. 4
   adv

   Definitively.

   This was widely interpreted to mean that slavery was once more firmly illegal in England.

5. 5
   adv

   with firmness

6. 6
   adv

   in a secure manner

Etymology

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