Definition of 'heavily'

Adverb

1. to a considerable degree; "he relied heavily on others' data"
      Synonyms: to a great extent
2. in a heavy-footed manner; "he walked heavily up the three flights to his room"
3. with great force; "she hit her arm heavily against the wall"
4. in a manner designed for heavy duty; "a heavily constructed car"; "heavily armed"
5. slowly as if burdened by much weight; "time hung heavy on their hands"
      Synonyms: heavy
6. indulging excessively; "he drank heavily"
      Synonyms: intemperately hard
      Antonyms: lightly

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