Synonyms for

Securely

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

Definition

Securely means in a way that is safe and protected from harm or danger.

Synonyms & similar words

insecurely firmly safely firmly steadily soundly stably heavily strongly tightly dependably confidently definitely assuredly guaranteed surely certainly unquestionably reliably trustworthily protected guarded

Synonyms by register

Formal

firmly safely steadily reliably

Informal

tight fast well

Literary

fast soundly

Antonyms

insecurely loosely precariously unsteadily dangerously vaguely

Common collocations

  • securely fastened
  • securely attached
  • securely locked
  • securely stored
  • securely held
  • securely in place
  • securely anchored

Word family

noun security
verb secure
adjective secure

Usage note

Often used to describe how something is fixed, attached, or protected. Ensure it modifies the correct verb or adjective.

Example sentences

  1. He tied the knot securely to keep the boat from drifting away.
  2. The bank stores money securely in its vault.
  3. She fastened her seatbelt securely before takeoff.
  4. The fence around the pool is securely locked.
  5. The safe is securely bolted to the floor.

Quotes

  • Security is not the absence of danger, but the presence of God, no matter what the danger.
  • The only real security that a man can have in this world is a reserve of knowledge, experience and ability.
  • Security is mostly a superstition. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.

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