firmly

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière ferme, solide ou inébranlable ». Utilisé pour décrire des actions accomplies avec force physique, détermination ou conviction, et peut s'appliquer aussi bien à une pression physique littérale qu'à une constance au sens figuré.

An adverb meaning "in a strong, solid, or unyielding manner." It is used to describe actions performed with physical strength, determination, or conviction, and can apply to both literal physical pressure and figurative resolve.

1. In a strong or steady wayB1formal

   In a manner that is not easily moved or changed; with strength or stability.

   fermement

   • She held the rope firmly to prevent it from slipping.
   • He stood firmly on the ground despite the strong wind.
   • The shelf was firmly attached to the wall.

   Synonymessecurelysolidlystablysteadilystronglytightly

   Antonymesinsecurelylooselyunsteadilyweakly

2. In a determined or resolute wayB1formal

   In a manner that shows strong belief or intention; without hesitation.

   fermement, avec détermination

   • She firmly believes in the importance of education.
   • He firmly refused to accept the offer.
   • The manager firmly stated the company's policy.

   Synonymesdecisivelydeterminedlydoggedlypersistentlyresolutelystaunchlysteadfastlytenaciouslyunwaveringly

   Antonymeshesitantlyirresolutelytentativelyuncertainlyweakly