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fixedly

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Etymology

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From fixed (not changing; not able to be changed, staying the same) +‎ -ly (suffix forming adverbs from adjectives).[1]

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Adverb

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fixedly (comparative more fixedly, superlative most fixedly)

  1. In a fixed manner.
    Synonyms: (obsolete) fixly, (obsolete) statarianly
    1. Firmly, resolutely.
    2. Without changing one's expression; unchangingly.
      • 1989, Carol Shields, “Chemistry”, in Various Miracles, London: Fourth Estate, published 1994, →ISBN, page 219:
        A consultation has been held in the corridor or in the washroom. Rhonda is smiling fixedly. Lonnie H. is looking wise and sad.
    3. Without shifting one's gaze; intently, steadily.

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