What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
stably
Example
The company's profits have been growing stably for the past year. [stably: adverb]
Example
The building was constructed stably on a solid foundation. [stably: adjective]
firmly
Example
She held onto the railing firmly as she descended the stairs. [firmly: adverb]
Example
He firmly believed in his ability to succeed despite the challenges. [firmly: adverb]
Example
The manager firmly stated that the project deadline would not be extended. [firmly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Firmly is more commonly used than stably in everyday language. Firmly is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while stably is less common and more specific in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between stably and firmly?
Both stably and firmly are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
