What is the meaning of heavily?

adverb

  • To a considerable degree.
    • usage: "he relied heavily on others' data"
  • In a heavy-footed manner.
    • usage: "he walked heavily up the three flights to his room"
  • With great force.
    • usage: "she hit her arm heavily against the wall"
  • In a manner designed for heavy duty.
    • usage: "a heavily constructed car"; "heavily armed"
  • Slowly as if burdened by much weight.
    • usage: "time hung heavy on their hands"
  • In a labored manner.
    • usage: "he breathed heavily"
  • Indulging excessively.
    • usage: "he drank heavily"
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APAWordNet. (2010). heavily. Retrieved September 22, 2026, from http://smartdefine.org/heavily/definitions/1251779
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HarvardWordNet 2010, heavily, Smart Define, viewed 22 September, 2026, <http://smartdefine.org/heavily/definitions/1251779>.
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