Dictionary Check: heavily

"heavily" is a valid word!

Scrabble 16 points
Words with Friends 16 points

Definition

adverb

to a considerable degree

Example: "he relied heavily on others' data"
Synonyms:
adverb

in a heavy-footed manner

Example: "he walked heavily up the three flights to his room"
adverb

with great force

Example: "she hit her arm heavily against the wall"
adverb

in a manner designed for heavy duty

Example: "a heavily constructed car"
adverb

slowly as if burdened by much weight

Example: "time hung heavy on their hands"
Synonyms:
adverb

in a labored manner

Example: "he breathed heavily"

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