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A synonym for opposing something firmly is to "resist" it.
The word "firmly", meaning "in a firm manner", is an adverb.
the quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.
In a firm manner.
it means if you ask something obvious you will get a wrong answer as it is obvious.
the quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.
As an adjective:Being firmly settled in habit; inveterate; chronic.Having been ratified; verified; unchangeableHaving received the rite of confirmation.
to firmly secure something
Stable.
If it's a meaning you want, 'sternly' means 'harshly' or 'firmly'.
An antonym for "tight" is "loose." While "tight" refers to something that is firmly held or closely fitting, "loose" describes something that is not firmly attached or is free-moving.
sturdy, dense, forcefull