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securely

|se-cure-ly|

B1

🇺🇸

/sɪˈkjʊrli/

🇬🇧

/sɪˈkjʊəli/

(secure)

safely, firmly

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounVerbAdverb
securesecuressecuredsecuredsecuringsecurityunsecurityunsecuresecurely
Etymology
Etymology Information

'securely' originates from the Latin word 'securus,' where 'se-' meant 'without' and 'cura' meant 'care.'

Historical Evolution

'securus' transformed into the Old French word 'secur,' and eventually became the modern English word 'securely' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'without care or concern,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'safely or firmly.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that is free from danger or risk.

The door was securely locked.

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Adverb 2

in a manner that is stable or fixed.

The shelves were securely fastened to the wall.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35