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fixedly

 

[ หˆfษชk.sษชd.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

focused attention

The adverb 'fixedly' describes the manner in which an action is performed while maintaining a steady or unwavering gaze. It often implies a sense of deep concentration or an inability to divert one's attention from the subject at hand. This word can be used in scenarios where someone is intensely studying something or fixated on an object or person. The usage suggests a strong emotional involvement or a particular intent behind the observation.

Synonyms

intently, steadfastly, unwaveringly

Examples of usage

  • She stared fixedly at the screen during the presentation.
  • He watched the fish swimming fixedly in the aquarium.
  • They listened fixedly to the instructions given by the teacher.

Translations

Translations of the word "fixedly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fixamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคฅเคฟเคฐเคคเคพ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช fest

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan pasti

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ั–ะบัะพะฒะฐะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ustalonym sposobem

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ›บๅฎš็š„ใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fixement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fijamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sabit bir ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณ ์ •์ ์œผ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุดูƒู„ ุซุงุจุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pevnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pevne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ›บๅฎšๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trdno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fast

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะตะบั–ั‚ั–ะปะณะตะฝ ั‚าฏั€ะดะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ˜แƒฅแƒกแƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sabit ลŸษ™kildษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fijamente

Etymology

The term 'fixedly' originates from the adjective 'fixed', which comes from the Latin root 'fixus', meaning 'to fasten' or 'to attach'. The addition of the adverbial suffix '-ly' turns it into a manner of action, indicating how something is done. This linguistic transformation illustrates the progression from a static condition of being 'fixed' to a dynamic expression of action. The use of 'fixedly' in English literature can be traced back to the 19th century, where it was frequently employed to convey concentration or an unshakeable focus in narratives. Over time, 'fixedly' has found its place in both literary and everyday contexts, reflecting an ongoing human inclination to describe focused attention, whether in moments of contemplation, admiration, or scrutiny.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,332, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.