firmly

adverb ! Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about firmly at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

1. With resolute determination.

   we firmly believed it

2. In a secure manner; in a manner free from danger.

   she held the child securely

3. With firmness.

   held hard to the railing