The Open Dictionary

sturdily

adverb

UK/ˈstɜː.dᵊl.i/
US/ˈstɝː.dᵊl.i/

Definitions of sturdily adverb

  1. in a manner that is physically strong, solid, and unlikely to break or be damaged

    • This table is built very sturdily.

    • The bridge was designed to be very sturdy.

    • This cabinet is built sturdily for long-term use.

  2. literary

    in a way that shows strength and determination

    • She stood by her beliefs sturdily.

    • He refused the proposal sturdily.

    • She expressed her opinions sturdily.