securely — In a way that is firmly fixed, protected, or certain; safely and without risk.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a way that is firmly fixed, protected, or certain; safely and without risk.
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪˈkjʊrli/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother securely hides her cookies so even Sherlock Holmes couldn't find them.
- The data is securely backed up in three different locations.
- He securely tied his shoes with a triple knot before the marathon.
securely
ADVERB[/sɪˈkjʊrli/]
In a way that is firmly fixed, protected, or certain; safely and without risk.
She signed the deal securely before anyone else even knew it was available.
The scientist stored the valuable medicine securely inside a locked case. (SECURE + SAFE WAY = SECURELY)
The structure was built securely, surely, and strongly against the storm.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'securus' meaning 'without care' or 'safe.' The word originally described a state of being free from worry or danger.
Breakdown
se- (apart/without) + cur- (care/worry) + -ly (adverb suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My grandmother securely hides her cookies so even Sherlock Holmes couldn't find them.”
“The data is securely backed up in three different locations.”
“He securely tied his shoes with a triple knot before the marathon.”
“The treasure chest was securely buried under the old oak tree, complete with a 'Do Not Dig' sign that fooled absolutely no one.”
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