Synonyms for

Heavily

Verb / ˈhevʌli: / Another word for heavily — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

In a heavy manner, with great weight or force.

Synonyms & similar words

hard intemperately heavy lightly toagreatextent strongly powerfully intensely forcefully vigorously arduously burdensomely ponderously clumsily awkwardly massively densely thickly profusely copiously abundantly lavishly excessively

Synonyms by register

Formal

considerably significantly greatly substantially

Informal

a lot loads tons really

Literary

weightily ponderously

Antonyms

lightly gently barely scarcely minimally slightly

Common collocations

  • heavily armed
  • heavily involved
  • heavily reliant
  • heavily damaged
  • heavily insured
  • heavily debated
  • heavily influenced

Word family

noun heaviness
adjective heavy

Usage note

Used to indicate a large amount or degree. Can sometimes imply difficulty or burden, as in 'heavily burdened'.

Example sentences

  1. The elephant walked heavily through the mud.
  2. The backpack was heavily loaded with books.
  3. The storm hit the city heavily causing damage to buildings.
  4. He breathed heavily as he climbed up the stairs.
  5. The boxer punched heavily on his opponent's face.

Quotes

  • 'She is heavily burdened with responsibilities,' he murmured.
  • 'Heavy burdens are not for little shoulders.' - Proverb
  • 'A smiling face is a beautiful face. A smiling heart is a happy heart.' - Dr. T.P. Chia

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