firmly

US /ˈfɝːm.li/
UK /ˈfɝːm.li/
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1.

with a solid or strong grip; not loosely

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Hold the rope firmly.
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He shook my hand firmly.
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tightlysecurelysteadilystronglysolidly
2.

in a resolute or determined manner

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She firmly believes in her principles.
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He firmly rejected the offer.
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resolutelydeterminedlysteadfastlyunwaveringlyadamantly