heavily

1. to a considerable degreeExamples: "he relied heavily on others' data"Synonyms: heavily, to a great extent

2. in a heavy-footed mannerExamples: "he walked heavily up the three flights to his room"Synonyms: heavily

3. with great forceExamples: "she hit her arm heavily against the wall"Synonyms: heavily

4. in a manner designed for heavy dutyExamples: "a heavily constructed car"; "heavily armed"Synonyms: heavily

5. slowly as if burdened by much weightExamples: "time hung heavy on their hands"Synonyms: heavily, heavy

6. in a labored mannerExamples: "he breathed heavily"Synonyms: heavily